How to Schedule a Video (Online) Session

IMPORTANT: You need access to a reliable internet connection, a computer, a microphone, Zoom, and a webcam to participate in a Video Session with a consultant. If you do not have access to these things, consider scheduling an In-Person or Email Session instead. The Writing Center cannot offer IT assistance. If you are experiencing issues with technology, please reach out to Information Management Technology. 

 1. Make an Appointment: Visit unco.mywconline.net or click "Make an Appointment" on the Writing Center homepage

 2. Log in: Use your UNC Bears email (name1234@bears.unco.edu) and password. 

• • First-time users: Complete your profile before scheduling

 3. Select Your Time: Choose an available appointment (white boxes) in the Video Session row only

• • Important: Do NOT book under individual consultant names -these are for in-person sessions only

 4.  Complete Required Information (marked with red*): 

• • Course name and professor 
  • Project description 
  • Specific areas needing help (citations, organization, proofreading, etc.) 
  • Upload assignment guidelines when possible

 5.  Submit your document: Upload or link your paper before your scheduled time

• • You can reserve a time slot without uploading initially, but be prepared to provide this information to the consultant when your session begins 

Session Requirements

Length Limits

• Maximum 10 pages per 60-minute session 
• For longer documents, schedule multiple appointments 

Before Your Session Starts

• When possible, writers should seek out a quiet location where they can speak without interruption
• Check that your microphone, headset, and microphone are connected and working ahead of time. If your video and/or audio does not work and allow your consultant to work with you, we may need to end the session and suggest rescheduling 

During Your Session

• Meet your Consultant Online: 
  • Before the start of your appointment, sign into unco.mywonline.net and click My Appointments at the top the screen
  • Click Open Appointment under your scheduled appointment time 
  • Click Start or Join Online Consultation 
• Please Start on time: 
  • There is a five-minute grace period for starting a Video Session with the Writing Center before it is canceled and marked as a No-Show 
  • If you think you will be more than 5 minutes late, but not more than 10, call the Writing Center to hold your appointment time: 970-351-2056

Getting the Best Feedback  

• Enable Video: If you are able, using video during your session is helpful for a smooth, facilitative session
• Provide Guidelines: In addition to your paper, upload or link assignment guidelines, prompts, or any materials that provide useful context for your writing project
• Set goals: Identify specific assignment requirements or other writing needs you'd like the consultant to focus their feedback on 

Questions?

Contact the Writing Center if you need assistant with scheduling or technical issues.