Are there any cases when seeking feedback on a draft might be seen as academic dishonesty?
Although most faculty members and students believe that talking about ideas in the context of a tutoring session promotes learning and may help reinforce critical thinking skills, audience awareness, and revision strategies, some faculty members want their students to work alone. Faculty members should communicate their expectations clearly; if they do not, students should ask them to explain appropriate study and writing practices in the course. Some faculty members do not want students to seek feedback from a tutor who is taking the same course. Should you drop in to the Writing Center and discover that the tutor on duty is a coursemate of yours, the tutor may advise you to work with another tutor instead. In addition, students should ask their instructors if it is appropriate to seek feedback on a take-home essay exam. Since the Writing Center is not equipped to know the expectations of all faculty members, individual students and teachers must communicate clearly with each other ab
