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If you notice an error or experience a problem using the tutorial, please report it to us after reviewing some common issues and solutions.

Common Issues and Solutions

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  • Any other software running on the computer is not interfering with the tutorial.

Report a Problem Using the Tutorial

Please email citl@niu.edu the following information with the subject line "Effective Writing Practices Tutorial Problem":

  • Name and version of browser used
  • Type of computer used
  • Date and time the problem was encountered
  • Description of the problem (attach a screenshot, if possible)
  • Contact information for follow up, if necessary: name, classification (faculty, staff or student), affiliation (department, major, etc.), email address or phone number

Report a Mistake in the Tutorial

If you find a mistake such as a grammatical error, please email citl@niu.edu the following information with the subject line "Effective Writing Practices Tutorial Mistake":

  • Date and time the mistake was encountered
  • Description and location (section, page number, etc.) of the mistake (attach a screenshot, if possible)
  • Contact information for follow up, if necessary: name, classification (faculty, staff or student), affiliation (department, major, etc.), email address or phone number