Helpful Software / Web Applications
- PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE don't send me a Microsoft Works file (.wps). It is almost impossible to open. I would rather have an rich text format (.rtf) file before a wps. If you need help converting your Works files to a Word or rtf format, refer to Method 1 posted here: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/315757 . You can send Pages or PDF files as well.
- When you send me your paper, please name it in the following format "lastname firstname assignment title.fileextension". For example: Stanfield Todd Final Research Paper.doc
- If you own a Mac, then I HIGHLY recommend Scrivener for the organization and writing, then you can export it to Word or Pages for formatting.
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But seriously, not having the $$$ for Word is not an issue. Use one of the other options listed above.
Helpful Online Resources
Google Docs in Plain English
Zotero & Word
Meet Grammar Girl
The Merriam-Webster Ask the Editor video series is great too.
One you might find relevant to social work is the Affect vs. Effect episode.
Here is what Grammar Girl has to say about the issue.