Are you an academic who finds writing a chore? Do you struggle to start your writing projects or transform intriguing research results into captivating narratives? Crafting an elegantly written, compelling piece that captures readers’ attention from the very first line and keeps them engaged until the end can be challenging. Perhaps you’ve even encountered the frustration of having your work desk-rejected by journal editors.
But fear not, for we are here to help. Welcome to the Academic Writing Workshop, where we invite you to embark on a transformative journey. To start, we’re going to ask you to step into the room, take out your favorite notebook and a pen, and start moving it across the page. Write whatever comes to your mind, as long as your pen keeps moving. Just keep writing. This technique is called freewriting, it’s a practice that has been used by creatives and coaches alike for decades, and it’s at the heart of our two- to three-day workshops. We use Bard College’s freewriting-based instruction methods to explore key questions like “What is good writing?” and “How can I craft great academic narratives?” And we draw on the lessons of freewriting guru Peter Elbow to help you overcome writer’s block, so that you’ll never again be stuck with a blank screen.
But that’s not all. We combine this with AI workflows and tailored writing prompts, equipping you with the knowledge to streamline your writing process and harness the power of cutting-edge AI chatbots and tools. Together, we explore narrative techniques and unveil how AI can serve as your invaluable ally in uncovering the perfect academic storytelling moves. You’ll discover how AI can assist in critiquing your drafts and elevating your writing to new heights. We’ll even delve into the grammar and style principles employed by tools like Grammarly, empowering you to Become Your Own Copy Editor!
Throughout the workshop, you’ll experience dedicated writing sessions where you can apply the tools we provide and engage in dialogue-based coaching to refine your work to perfection.
Our proven techniques have helped previous Academic Writing Workshop participants to overcome their inhibitions and get writing. Now, we extend that invitation to you. Grab your pen and notebook, step into our workshop, and join the ranks of successful academic writers. Be sure to sign up for the latest updates by entering your email address in the box at the bottom of this screen. And if you’d like us to bring our expertise directly to your department or research group, simply drop us a line via our contact form. We’ll be thrilled to travel to you!
To sweeten the deal, we are offering an unbeatable introductory rate of just €100 per person per day for our fall workshops. Plus, participants in our fall workshops will receive complimentary bonus dialogue-based coaching sessions.
Are you ready to unblock your writing and unleash the academic writer within? We, at the Academic Writing Workshop, can’t wait to embark on this transformative journey with you.