Directed learning activities (DLA's) are specific exercises and activities that consist of an independent portion that takes approximately 30-45 minutes to complete and a follow-up session with a tutor that lasts approximately 15-30 minutes depending on the activity.  The independent portion of a Directed learning activity can be completed in the Fontana Success Center without an appointment.  However, an appointment must be set for the follow-up session with a writing tutor.

Directed Learning Activities include: 

• Diagnostic Exercise--Find out how well you understand essay structure and development, punctuation, and grammar. 
• Purpose, Audience, and Tone--Become a more persuasive writer by considering the elements of effective communication. 
• Summary Skills for Academic Writing--Summarizing without plagiarizing is an important skill in research paper writing.
• Evaluating Online Resources--Learn how to select credible sources for your research paper.
• MLA Works Cited List--Practice making a works cited list in preparation for writing a research paper.

You will need to bring in a paragraph or essay that has been commented on by your instructor to complete the DLA's below:

• Run-on Sentences
• Fragments
• Subject-Verb Agreement
• Utilizing Instructor Feedback--Prioritize your instructor's comments to revise your paper.

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