AboutElana Peled, Ed.D. Expertise I can answer questions related to the writing, formatting and development of academic papers, essays and dissertations, from selecting a topic and developing a thesis, to focusing a sentence and/or paragraph. I can also answer questions regarding syntax, grammar and punctuation. And I can answer questions regarding the role of creativity in academic writing as well as dealing with writer's block and procrastination.
Experience I have more than 20 years experience teaching academic writing to college students at every level. I have designed and taught courses on reading and writing for college freshman, both those who enter college ready to do college level work and those needing additional "catch-up" work. I've taught writing to students in master's programs and even designed a workbook to help students working on a master's thesis. I've worked in college writing centers helping students with papers for courses across the curriculum, and I've even coaching doctoral candidates through their dissertations, providing guidance for the process and direct feedback on their writing.
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Education/Credentials *Ed.D., Human Development and Psychology with emphasis on Language and Literacy, Harvard Graduate School of Education
*Ed.M., Language and Literacy, Harvard Graduate School of Education
*M.A., English Composition, San Francisco State University
*Certificate in Teaching Post-Secondary Reading, SFSU
Question In terms of layout and formatting, how do I present a block quote, at the top of the first page, with which I am beginning my essay? When searching for this online, I only find information regarding block quotes within the actual body of the paper, as opposed to before the introduction. Thanks for your time.
Answer Hi Lance,
This depends on the style you are required to use for your paper. Try to find this out from your teacher/professor. Some styles don't define this particular area, so you are free to do as you see fit. Remember, readability is key. You want your reader to easily understand that what you are presenting is a quote and who is the speaker of the quote.
