Undergraduate Resources
Welcome to the Online Writing Center (OWC) for the School of Undergraduate Studies, where you'll find resources customized to the needs of Capella's undergraduate learners.
Four Stages of Writing
This module provides writing guidance by following the development of an essay through the writing process from brainstorming ideas to proofreading the final draft. The step-by-step expert commentary explains the process as it guides the writer to the final draft.
Pre-writing
Drafting
Peer Review
Revising, Editing, and Proofreading
APA Style and Formatting Module
Learners in the School of Undergraduate Studies must follow APA guidelines for citing and referencing sources. Depending on the assignment, the reference page can be single- or double-spaced. If you have questions about the spacing, ask your instructor for guidance.
Referencing APA Sources
The Big Picture
In-Text Citations
The Reference List
Electronic Resources
Citing Electronic Content
FirstCourse Paper Formats
The School of Undergraduate Studies has adopted paper formats for FirstCourse.
Business Paper Format
Technology Paper Format
Handouts
Abstracts
Outlines
Parallel Construction
Reading and Mining the Elements of a Research Paper
Signal Phrases
Transitions