How the Program Works

   To make the program as convenient as possible,  the student may complete most of the work on a given skill at home, using modules, the program's main instructional materials.

  The student completes assigned modules online (www.towson.edu/ows).  Each module, which takes about an hour to complete, contains carefully-paced, example-filled text and exercises with an answer key and a post-test at the end.  The student completes the exercises online and then prints out the post-test and completes it on paper. 

The student then calls the Writing Support Program Director, at 410-704-2857, to schedule an appointment.

  At the appointment, the student asks any remaining questions, goes over the post-test, and takes a final post-test.

  The post-test results are sent to the student's instructor.

Students may come to the Writing Support Program either

A.  On their own initiative
                    OR
B.  By assignment from their instructor

          Step 1.  Come to Liberal Arts 5330-H and register.  (10 minutes)

Step 2.  At home, work through the online module, carefully completing all exercises up to the post test.. 

Step 3.  Print out the post test and complete it.

Step 4.  Return to Liberal Arts 5330-H with your post test.  Go over your test with the director.  Ask questions and clear up any remaining problems. 

Step 5.  Take a final post test.  Pass with an 80%.

Step 6. The Director will go over your final test with you and send a note of completion to your instructor.                                       

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