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ALP Writing Week: improve your academic writing skills

Are you insecure about your language skills in Dutch or English? Do you struggle with structuring your texts or need some help in conveying a message? Then join a free writing workshop at the ALP!

In the spring of 2025, the Academic Language Programme (ALP) is organizing a series of writing weeks for students who want to improve their academic writing skills. During these (free) workshops, you will receive practical tips from experienced instructors and learn how to improve your texts and your writing process. Whether you write in Dutch or English, you are welcome to join. The workshops are small-scale, allowing for personal attention. 

The writing weeks will take place in the following weeks: 

  • 1 April – 4 April 
  • 6 May – 9 May 
  • 2 June – 6 June  

Workshops and scheduling 
Details about the programme for each week will be made available on this page. If you would like to receive a notification once more information is available, sign up to receive a reminder by sending an email to alp.fgw@vu.nl

Check the drop-down menu below for the April writing week programme.

Writing Weeks

  • Workshops 1 April – 4 April 2025

    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 

  • Workshops 6 May – 9 May 2025

    Details about the programme for each week will be made available shortly. If you would like to receive a notification once more information is available, sign up to receive a reminder by sending an email to alp.fgw@vu.nl.

  • Workshops 2 June – 6 June 2025

    Details about the programme for each week will be made available shortly. If you would like to receive a notification once more information is available, sign up to receive a reminder by sending an email to alp.fgw@vu.nl.

About the ALP

Contact Academic Language Programme

For VU staff: you can contact us about ALP courses for you or your students or with questions about language policy or communicative skills.

Dr. Gea Dreschler, academic director ALP

Dr. Nel de Jong, coordinator ALP for Dutch (NT1, NT2)

For students: for questions or information about a course, workshop or coaching, contact us at

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