Academic Tutoring (Academic Writing Support)

"Now I bring the first fruits of the soil that you, Lord, have given me" (Deut 26:10a).

Perhaps taking time to study God's word at Morling is a bit like entering the promised land. It is wonderful to be here, but what are you going to ‘grow’ while you are here? What sort of fruit will you cultivate?

As Academic Tutors, we have the privilege of watching your research and writing abilities blossom. Just as tilling, planting, and harvesting the soil is hard work, so is planning, writing, and editing assessments. Give yourself time to produce ‘first fruits’!

Some of you have studied recently, while others may not have set foot in a lecture for years. English may or may not be your first language, which presents further challenges. Perhaps you are passing units but feel your work is missing something. Let’s talk.

How We Can Help

The purpose of our role is to highlight areas for improving your writing and guide you to useful resources. You are welcome to send us an email with a quick question, or we can arrange a Zoom or face-to-face appointment if more time is needed. Our priority is to support new students as they develop their skills, but are happy to hear from continuing students as well and will offer support if we have capacity to do so.

Both of us use the same email address: academictutor@morling.edu.au

Wendy is our Senior Academic Tutor and is based on the Sydney campus. She is available part-time on Tuesdays and Thursdays and can usually be found on the Sydney campus on Tuesdays.

Caitlin Olsen is our Academic Tutor and is particularly available for face-to-face support on our Brisbane campus.

Before You Contact Us...

Check the Study Skills tab in Moodle for helpful resources:

✔ Recorded Workshops – Learn what is expected as you prepare your assessments.
✔ Referencing LibGuides – Find the correct referencing format for your faculty (BAT | CCSC | EDU)
✔ General Requirements for Assignments – Understand Morling’s academic writing expectations.

These resources will answer many common questions.

Need Help with a Specific Assessment?

If you’d like us to review your work, please include the following details in your email to help us assist you more quickly:

  • Your full name

  • Unit code and name of your lecturer

  • The full assignment question

  • Due date (we need up to 5 days turnaround time)

  • Your text (outline or draft) attached in .doc/.docx format

We are here to support you and see you succeed!

Who else can I contact for support?
    • If you don't understand what the assessment task question is asking --> contact your lecturer
    • If you don't know where to find resources for your assessment tasks --> contact your lecturer or library staff
    • If you don't understand what your lesson notes or readings are about --> contact your lecturer
    • If you can't find what you need in Moodle --> contact your lecturer or Morling Online
    • If you are having trouble putting your notes into an essay --> work through a Study Skills Tutorial , talk to your study mentor or contact the Academic Tutor
    • If you are not sure how to do referencing --> consult the Libguide or contact the Academic Tutor
    • If you'd like someone to look over a draft of an essay and give you some feedback --> contact your study mentor,or contact your lecturer or the Academic Tutor
    • If you are not sure how to write an essay / book review / reflection etc --> consult the General Requirements for Assignments document, contact your lecturer for more information, or contact the Academic Tutor
    • If you are not sure how to implement the feedback your lecturer has given you to improve your next assignment --> contact your lecturer or the Academic Tutor

 

 

Last modified: Tuesday, 13 May 2025, 1:50 PM