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I can answer questions related to the writing, formatting and development of academic papers, essays and dissertations, from selecting a topic and developing a thesis, to focusing a sentence and/or paragraph. I can also answer questions regarding syntax, grammar and punctuation. And I can answer questions regarding the role of creativity in academic writing as well as dealing with writer's block and procrastination.

Experience in the area

I have more than 20 years experience teaching academic writing to college students at every level. I have designed and taught courses on reading and writing for college freshman, both those who enter college ready to do college level work and those needing additional "catch-up" work. I've taught writing to students in master's programs and even designed a workbook to help students working on a master's thesis. I've worked in college writing centers helping students with papers for courses across the curriculum, and I've even coaching doctoral candidates through their dissertations, providing guidance for the process and direct feedback on their writing.

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Owner, www.MyDissertationEditor.com

Education/Credentials

*Ed.D., Human Development and Psychology with emphasis on Language and Literacy, Harvard Graduate School of Education *Ed.M., Language and Literacy, Harvard Graduate School of Education *M.A., English Composition, San Francisco State University *Certificate in Teaching Post-Secondary Reading, SFSU

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Recent Answers from Elana Peled, Ed.D.

2009-11-19 Catcher in the Rye Thesis Help:

Hi Danielle-- I think the first sentence alone works as a thesis, and I would try to write an introduction that gives a little bit of background info on the novel and leads into this statement. The

2009-09-10 Admissions Essay:

Shane, UT wants to know why you think you want to attend school there. They want to know why you think you'll be happier at UT than at any other university. They want to know if you'll finish your degree

2009-09-09 Help with Summary:

Olivia, I can't tell if you've paragraphed this correctly. I also don't know if you have a word limit. If not, you might try to add a few more details, especially about the term "mallaise." And I see

2009-09-05 I want some advice about my essay:

Hi Andy, Since I'm not familiar with the grading standards of the TOEFL I can't say for sure how your essay will be rated. However, I did notice a few subject-verb agreement issues. You might want to

2009-08-22 Writer's Block:

Hi Angelique, I'm sorry for my delay in responding. I wish I had a magic cure for you, but I don't. But I do have two thoughts for you: try talking about your ideas with a trusted friend, classmate

 

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