Tutor profile: Alexandra C.

Why should I use graphic organizers when I write?

Graphic organizers are great tools to plan out a piece of writing. They can be used throughout the writing process, from brainstorming to planning and writing your first draft. Once you've drafted a piece of writing, they are useful to reference while editing and revising, especially if you decide you want to expand upon it further.

Why do authors use figurative language?

Authors use figurative language to help readers immerse themselves in a text by connecting our senses and concrete to abstract ideas. Similes and metaphors draw comparisons to things we may be familiar or unfamiliar with. Hyperboles are used every day when we speak. Personifying objects makes things sound or appear more life-like.

Why should I use Photoshop to edit photos when I can edit photos on my phone?

Photoshop is a great tool to stretch your creativity. Yes, you can easily edit photos on your phone, but that can sometimes require using multiple apps. By editing photos on your computer using Photoshop, you are able to dive deep into the world of photo manipulation and make dramatic or eye-catching photos that will make others stop and ask how you did that.