Extended Read Appointments

Writers may submit up to ~3,000 words, or roughly 12 double-spaced pages. Extended Read appointments works best when the writer:

• is as specific as possible when describing the assignment or project
• gives detailed information about areas of concern within the project
• asks specific questions they want the consultant to focus on

Our consultants may not be able to read the entire document, so providing specific areas for review ensures that you get the most relevant feedback possible.

Given the popularity of this service, each writer is limited to two (2) submissions per week.

Not sure what kinds of questions to ask? Here are some examples of strong, specific questions when submitting a request for an Extended Read appointment.

• Citation Style: I am having trouble with maintaining consistency with APA style in this project. Could you help me make sure I am not missing any in-text citations and that the headings and formatting adhere to APA style?
• Organization: I am concerned that my paragraphs are not well organized. Do they follow in an order that makes sense? Are there any places where my argument is not easy to follow?
• Source Use/Research: We are required to use secondary sources for this assignment. How well am I integrating source material into my own arguments?
• Genre Conventions: This is my first time writing a literature review. Am I meeting the expectations for this type of writing genre? Does this "look" and function like a literature review?

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Graduate students, post-docs, and community writers whose projects may be longer than can be covered in our 25- or 45-minute sessions.

If you are an undergraduate and think your project would benefit from an Extended Read appointment, contact the Writing Center.

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1. Fill out the Qualtrics form below.
2. Be as specific as possible in the form! The more details you provide, the more targeted the feedback.
3. Wait 3-5 business days.
4. Receive an email response from a consultant with written feedback addressing your concerns.

Extended Reads will reopen on Monday, June 2.

Did you submit for an Extended Read but haven't received feedback? Email the main Writing Center email address at writingcenter@ou.edu.

Extended Reads open during the first week of classes each semester. They are also available over the summer. Below is the Summer 2025 schedule. Submissions close prior to the holiday itself to allow our consultants time to read any final submissions. 

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