WriteCast Episode 55: Struggling with Spelling

In this month's WriteCast podcast, Claire and Kacy discuss how spelling can be included in the conversation about APA-style scholarly writing. Listen in as your hosts discuss some of the ways that spelling can trip up writers, especially writers writing in their second or third languages. Common pitfalls are discussed along with practical strategies and tools for avoiding spelling struggles. For example, did you know that it is possible to adjust the dictionary settings in Microsoft Word? Listen in to learn more! 

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Episode Resources: 

• "Making Word Work For You" Walden Writing Center Blog post
• APA Section 4.12
• Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
• Webster’s Third New International Dictionary (2002)
• APA Dictionary of Psychology
• Writing a Paper: Proofreading
• Microsoft Word tutoring from the Walden University Academic Skills Center (for current Walden students)

WriteCast: A Casual Conversation for Serious Writers is a monthly podcast written, produced, and published by staff in the Walden University Writing Center. Join us each month for a dialogue between two experienced and trained writing instructors. Possible episode topics will always be considered from listeners--share your questions and suggestions in the comments.

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