Workshops

The Writing Centre runs specialised workshops throughout the semester.

On this page you will find information about upcoming workshops, seminars, and also resources associated with past seminars.

Please note: The library is commencing refurbishment and building works in the northern end of the library on Levels 1 and 2 from Monday 5th August. These spaces will be closed off. Access to the Writing Studio will be via the southern stairwell and southern lift only.

  • English Assist Program

    This 12-week series of workshops aims to provide international students with the skills needed to succeed in an ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlogn higher education environment.

    Day/Time Workshop Theme Room Location Registration
    Thursday 25ÌýJuly
    10:00-11:30am    		 Communicate at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 1 August
    10:00-11:30am    		 Communicate within a Group The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 8ÌýAugust
    10:00-11:30am    		 Lectures and Listening The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 15ÌýAugust
    10:00-11:30am    		 Participate in Different Settings The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 22ÌýAugust
    10:00-11.30am    		 Academic Reading The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 29ÌýAugust
    10:00-11:30am    		 Academic Discussions The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 5ÌýSeptember
    10:00-11:30am    		 Finding and Synthesising Information The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 12ÌýSeptember
    10:00-11:30am    		 Presentations and Public Speaking The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 3ÌýOctober
    10:00-11:30am    		 Academic Writing (Structure and Argument) The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 10ÌýOctober
    10:00-11:30am    		 Academic Writing (Language) The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 17ÌýOctober
    10:00-11:30am    		 Academic Writing (Cohesion and Flow) The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Thursday 24ÌýOctober
    10:00-11:30am    		 Exam Preparation The Writing Studio BSS 200

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  • Neurodivergent Study Skills Workshops

    This series of workshops is hosted by the Disability Support Unit and the Writing Centre as a collaborative effort to support neurodivergent learners at The ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog of Adelaide.

    These workshops are designed specifically for neurodivergent learners and focus on academic study skills.ÌýStudents do not need to be registered with the Disability Support Unit to attend these workshops. Self-diagnosed students are encouraged to attend. Please see the below schedule of workshops.
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    Day/Time Workshop Theme Room Location Registration
    Tuesday 23 July
    10:00-11:30am    		 Introduction to Neurodiversity and Self-Advocacy The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 30 July
    10:00-11:30am    		 Time Management and Organisation The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 6 August
    10:00-11:30am    		 Creating a Conducive Study Environment The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 13 August
    10:00-11:30am    		 Note-Taking Strategies The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 20 August
    10:00-11.30am    		 Reading and Comprehension Skills The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 27 August
    10:00-11:30am    		 Understanding and Managing Executive Function The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 3 September
    10:00-11:30am    		 Memory Techniques and Retention The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 10 September
    10:00-11:30am    		 Writing Skills and Overcoming Writer's Block The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 1 October
    10:00-11:30am    		 Research Skills and Using the Library The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 8 October
    10:00-11:30am    		 Drafting and Revising Written Work The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 15 October
    10:00-11:30am    		 Presentation Skills and Public Speaking Skills The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Tuesday 22 October
    10:00-11:30am    		 Stress Management and Self Care The Writing Studio BSS 200

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  • LANTITE Preparation workshops

    This series aims to provide comprehensive preparation for the literacy component of the LANTITE, addressing both the content and the skills needed to succeed under test conditions. Each workshop includes interactive activities, practice exercises, and opportunities for feedback to assist students in preparing themselves for the LANTITE test. The series runs in two 6-week blocks, from Week 1 - Week 6 and Week 7 - Week 12.

    Day/Time Workshop Theme Room Location Registration
    Friday 26 July
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Introduction to LANTITE: Test Strategies and Managing Anxiety The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 2 August
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Understanding Different Text Types and Reading Comprehension Skills The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 9ÌýAugust
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Grammar Fundamentals and Sentence Construction The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 16ÌýAugust
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Spelling Improvement Techniques The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 23ÌýAugust
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Vocabulary Building and Punctuation The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 30 August
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Mock Test and Feedback Session The Writing Studio BSS 200
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    Friday 6ÌýSeptember
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Introduction to LANTITE: Test Strategies and Managing Anxiety The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 13ÌýSeptember
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Understanding Different Text Types and Reading Comprehension Skills The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 4ÌýOctober
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Grammar Fundamentals and Sentence Construction The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 11ÌýOctober
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Spelling Improvement Techniques The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 18ÌýOctober
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Vocabulary Building and Punctuation The Writing Studio BSS 200
    Friday 25ÌýOctober
    10:00am-12:00pm    		 Mock Test and Feedback Session The Writing Studio BSS 200

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  • Succeeding in classes

    This seminar will introduce you to important information so you can do university study successfully.ÌýYou will hear about how the university is structured, what sorts of classes you might have at uni, how to find information, and how to get a good start at uni.

    Presented jointly with the Maths Learning Centre,Ìýby David Butler and Michael Lazarou in February 2017.

  • Succeeding with assignments

    This seminar will give practical advice on how to succeed in your assignments, including how to get started, how to find out what the expectations are, and how to seek help.

    Presented jointly with the Maths Learning Centre,Ìýby Dr Jillian Schedneck and Nicholas Crouch.

  • Studying in English (when it's not your first language)

    It takes organisation and commitment to study several courses in English when it is not your first language. This session will cover strategies you can use to manage this process and to continually improve your English. It will also show several self-access resources you can use to keep learning.

    PresentedÌýby Dr Jillian Schedneck and Jayee Teh.

  • How to write with confidence

    This seminar will help you develop the mindset of a 'writer' and show you some important skills to succeed in your academic writing tasks.

    Presented by Dr Jillian Schedneck.