Tuesday 1 April: Clear writing in Dutch
This workshop is Dutch only. Read the description here.
Wednesday 2 April: AI in academic writing - Smart assistant or risky shortcut?
Since the introduction of ChatGPT, generative AI has transformed how people write. GenAI tools can support academic writing by helping to generate ideas and refine assignment drafts, but there are also challenges. AI-generated content is not always accurate, and its use raises important questions about originality and academic integrity. In this workshop, we explore the role of generative AI in academic writing. How can AI tools like ChatGPT support your writing process? What are the risks and limitations? And how can you ensure responsible and ethical use?
Language: English
Date: Wednesday 2 April
Time: 13.30-15.00
Teacher: Gudrun Reijnierse
Location: HG-07A36
Registration: Reserve your spot for this workshop by signing up via alp.fgw@vu.nl
Thursday 3 April: The No Stress Writing Process
Do you often struggle with writing? Do you postpone writing your assignment until just before the deadline? Writing is a complex task which creates a lot of stress for many students. In this workshop you will learn about common causes why people get stuck, and you will learn strategies to get started again and be more effective in your writing. We will practise with various techniques that will help you to produce more text and make writing easier. At the end you'll make a personal action plan for your writing assignments.
Language: English and Dutch
Date: Thursday 3 April
Time: 13.30-15.00
Teacher: Gea Dreschler
Location: HG-05A37
Registration: Reserve your spot for this workshop by signing up via alp.fgw@vu.nl
Friday 4 April: Structure and Substance in Academic Writing
Do you find it hard to come up with a clear structure for your text? Do you get feedback from your teacher that the organization of text isn’t clear? In this workshop we will look at how you can create a logical structure for your text and how you can make sure that your readers understand where you are going in your writing—and why. Our workshop will provide you with some concrete strategies to work on your organization and structure skills.
Language: English
Date: Friday 4 April
Time: 13.30-15.00
Teacher: Abby Gambrel
Location: HG-07A36
Registration: Reserve your spot for this workshop by signing up via alp.fgw@vu.nl