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Research Writing Tutor (RWT)
Request access to RWTRWT is a web-based learning and feedback software for scientific writing. Its interactive modules enable users to acquire deeper understanding of effective scientific writing strategies and provide individualized automated feedback based on a cross-comparison with published research articles in more than 30 disciplines.
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Preparing to Publish
Access Preparing to PublishPreparing to Publish is an open-access e-book that offers detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to write up research for publication. It provides a comprehensive description of cross-disciplinary conventions characteristic of research articles and outlines specific strategies that demystify what makes research writing effective.
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Resource Database
Access Resource DatabaseThe Resource Database contains an inventory of online and print resources including websites, articles, quick tips, interactive tutorials, videos, guides and books covering topics from how to write a lit review or organize your thesis to graduate school survival tips and crafting materials for the job market.
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On-Site Library
Visit Pearson 1137A collection of books and guides about academic writing, grant preparation, research methods, data analysis, citation styles, and more, acquired with contribution from ISU Graduate and Professional Student Senate.
Teaching Resources
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Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT)
Visit the CELT websiteA rich set of resources and workshops to support college teaching skills. From classroom management to instructional design, CELT can help you become a more effective and confident educator.
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Office of Student Assistance
Visit the Faculty and Staff pageVarious resources from the Dean of Students' Office of Student Assistance to help you support your students.
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ISU Faculty Handbook
See Evaluation of a Teaching Assistant and Instruction (sections 6.5 and 10)Policies governing the rights, responsibilities, and performance of teaching at ISU.
Career Resources
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Beyond the Professoriate
Login to Beyond the ProfessoriateOnline career training platform designed to help doctoral students and postdocs successfully transition into academic or nonacademic careers.
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Beyond Grad School
Login to Beyond Grad SchoolOnline career training platform designed to help master’s students make the most out of their investment and build their careers.
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Big Interview
Login to Big InterviewInteractive online platform that offers immediate feedback on interview answers and delivery along with a question library, answer builder tool, resume templates, and ResumeAI Tool.
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Iowa State individual development plan (Iowa State IDP)
Access Iowa State IDPToolkit for creating a personalized, needs-based individual development plan. Whether at the beginning of a degree program or actively preparing for graduation, it helps graduate students and postdocs boost professional competencies.
Institutional Memberships
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National Postdoctoral Association (NPA)
Create an account and login to NPANPA supports postdocs' development of professional paths through its online Career Center, which offers a career planning portal, guide to career development, and various featured services.
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National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD)
Activate your NCFDD membershipNCFDD supports students and postdocs seeking academic careers offering career workshops, resources, productivity webinars, writing challenges, accountability buddy matches, and more.