WELCOME to the online version of the Gallaudet Writer's Handbook. The Handbook Online is intended as a grammatical reference for you as you write your papers. Although re-written for internet access, the Handbook Online follows much the same format as its hard copy version. TEACHERS: A Teacher's Guide is provided to assist you in using this online Writer's Handbook with your students.
STUDENTS: A Student Tutorial is provided to assist you in using this online Gallaudet Writer's Handbook. After you've checked your answers to the GWH Student Tutorial, use the Key to double check your work.
The advantage of having the Handbook Online is that you can now toggle back and forth between the paper you are writing and the grammatical information you need.
The CORRECTION CHART symbols are a good place to start. Click on a specific symbol to get key explanations and examples of that grammatical item.
GRAMMAR provides more detailed information. QUICK REFERENCE provides a variety of handy charts and lists--for example: verb tense charts, lists of preposition idioms, non-count nouns. COMMON ERRORS gives examples of frequently made mistakes and shows how to correct them. The USAGE DICTIONARY contains words and explanations that writers often find troublesome--for example, the difference between 'a little' and 'little' or 'worth' and 'worthwhile.' The GRAMMATICAL TERMS DICTIONARY defines useful vocabulary used to discuss grammar. Lastly, DOCUMENTATION provides detailed sections on how to use APA and MLA. Included in this section is a research essay written in APA format.
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