We offer two types of online consultation appointments to meet the needs of MC students: 1) Online Chat appointments, where writers will meet with tutors in a virtual setting; 2) Correspondence appointments, where writers will upload their written papers and receive written feedback from writing consultants within 24 business hours.
To learn more about choosing and scheduling an appointment, please continue reading.
Online Chat Appointments
If you want to interact with a tutor live, in real-time, then make an Online Chat appointment. With a Writing Center tutor, you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, or discuss any parts of your draft.
How to Make an Online Chat Appointment
Once you have registered and signed in to the scheduler WCOnline, click on any of the white blocks on the calendar to request a live-chat appointment (gray and blue boxes are unavailable times).
Select “Online Chat” option using the radio button under “Meet Online?” in the appointment reservation form.
After saving your reservation, return to the scheduler when it’s time for your appointment. Find and open your appointment on the calendar and click “Start or Join Online Consultation.” Once there, you will receive a message from your tutor with a link to Zoom which is our new online platform where you can share your paper and chat with the consultant using text, audio, and video.
For further instructions regarding how to schedule and prepare for an Online Chat appointment, check out this How-to video.
Correspondence Appointments
If you prefer written feedback on a draft and don't have a stable internet connection, then choose a Correspondence appointment. You can upload a paper, ask questions for a tutor to respond to, and you will receive written feedback through email within 24 business hours.
How to Make a Correspondence Appointment
Once you have registered and signed in to the scheduler WCOnline, click on any of the white blocks on the calendar to request a correspondence (gray and blue boxes are unavailable times).
Select “Correspondence” option using the radio button under “Meet Online?” in the appointment reservation form.
Attach files to your appointment reservation containing your draft of your writing projects and any directions or assignment descriptions you have been provided by your instructor. You can attach multiple files (your paper and assignment sheet, for instance) to your appointment. Be sure to describe your assignment and provide specific areas of concern for the consultation in the provided text box.
For further instructions regarding how to schedule and prepare for a Correspondence appointment, check out this How-to video.
If you have any questions about online sessions or encounter technical difficulties with your online appointment, contact us at writingcenter@mc.edu. Our staff will be happy to assist you!
