Research Guides: Writing in the Disciplines: WID: Arts & Humanities

Handouts

Writing in Art History
This handout list the aspects of writing in the field of art history, such as writing about the art discussed, the type of paper being written, and format.
Writing in History
This handout covers the aspects to be aware of when writing in the discipline of history, such as writing in past tense, using active voice, and using Chicago formatting.
Writing in Music
This handout outlines tips and practices for writing in the music discipline, and covers the three types of writing that will take place: summaries, critical responses, and research papers.
Writing in Spanish (Tips)
This PDF goes over tips and strategies to assist in writing for Spanish courses.
Quick Tips for Spanish & Keyboard Shortcuts
General writing tips & tricks.
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Common Formats

Basic MLA Format

This handout lists the formatting mechanics behind a MLA formatted document.

Basic MLA Format This handout lists the formatting mechanics behind a MLA formatted document.

MLA Format (Sample Paper)

This is a sample paper detailing the structure of an MLA formatted document.

MLA Format (Sample Paper) This is a sample paper detailing the structure of an MLA formatted document.

APA Format (Sample Paper)

This is a sample paper detailing the structure of an APA formatted document.

APA Format Sample Paper This is a sample paper detailing the structure of an APA formatted document.

VIdeos

Writing in English

What type of writing is valued in English? Dr. Marianne Montgomery gives her insight into writing in the English field.

Writing in Music

Check out what Dr. Kevin Moll believes is valued in writing for the music field.

Writing Arguments
How do you write a coherent, focused argument that your readers will be able to follow and will find convincing? It isn't easy, but these suggestions can help.

Presentations

APA Style (Prezi)

This presentation outlines the different elements that go into an APA style paper, detailing important aspects such as a title page, abstract, and the structural elements.

Writing a Literature Review

These are useful tools for making sense of an academic text, and being able to properly form them into academic writing. Examples of a dinner party and literature map help show how to have source flow in academic writing.