Welcome to another issue of WLN, one that explores fresh
perspectives on familiar themes and also branches into new fields. Gail
Nash presents us with a new lens through which to view tutor/student
interaction--politeness theory--to explore differing cultural views of
polite interaction. Erika Spoher, using ecological community theory as
her lens, ranges from philosophy to physics to remind us why viewing the
center as marginal isn't meaningful. The tutors of Northeastern
University share their twelve tips for tutoring, a useful reminder for
all tutors. And Mark Boone uses the lens of philosophy to reflect on why
the mantra of improving writers, not the writing, is so critical to the
success of tutoring.
In the next few months, many of us will be meeting at various
conferences. But not everyone has the time and funds needed to be at
these meetings. So, for those groups that post conference summaries on
their Web sites, WLN will gladly include notices of your reports on your
Web sites.
In the meantime, as many of us pack up and put work behind us in
order to enjoy quiet vacation time and holiday celebrations, I wish us
all continued joy in our work, high quality relaxing time, and a new
year of peace. (And for those of you applying for the writing center
positions listed in this issue, success in filling the job of your
choice.)
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