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University of Minnesota Assignment Calculator
There are plenty of assignment calculators out there, but it seems like most of them are based on the one developed by the University of Minnesota.
Who should use this? Students in higher education who need support with the steps of the writing process and planning the work involved.
How does it work? In any web browser, visit the Assignment Calculator webpage and click "Research Paper," "Speech," or "Lab Report" to get started. Enter your start date and the assignment due date as directed, and you're treated to list of deadlines for all of the steps needed--including writing tips and links to other helpful resources for each stage.
What does it cost? Free
Writing@CSU Guides
Let's say that you're taking a Business Writing course for the first time. Wouldn't it be nice to have a quick reference for writing press releases, executive summaries, and other business-specific materials? What about writing for the web or making a speech? Colorado State University offers a wealth of advice.
Who should use this? Students in higher education.
How does it work? Visit Colorado State's Writing Guides website to browse advice on Writing and Speaking, Research Writing & Documentation, Writing in Specific Disciplines, and Conducting Qualitative & Quantitative Research.
What does it cost? Free
OWL: Purdue Online Writing Lab
Do you struggle with organizing your essays? Need help with academic writing? The venerable OWL provides a wealth of resources that will help you succeed.
Who should use this? Students in higher education who want detailed information on academic writing, plus resources on using APA and MLA styles.
How does it work? Visit Purdue OWL and browse the options listed on the left side of the page. Two subsections--General Writing and Subject-Specific Writing--offer advice on structuring your writing assignments, but other subsections are also very useful.
What does it cost? Free