Edubirdie is an online platform that connects students who need help with their academic assignments with qualified writers who can assist in completing various projects. While some students see it as an easy way to get academic work done, others argue that using such services undermines the learning process and can enable plagiarism or low-quality work. As with any tool, it is important to understand how Edubirdie works and what guidelines one should follow to use it responsibly and effectively.
Creating an Account
Using Edubirdie is simple – one just needs to visit their website at edubirdie.com and click on the “Order Now” button. To sign up for an account, students need to provide basic contact details like name, email address and password. The registration is free and allows users to browse available writers, view sample works, get price quotes for orders and place orders. Some key account details one needs to know:
Contact and billing information is required and stays private. Edubirdie claims they do not share any personal user data with third parties.
After creating an account, users get a dashboard to track existing and completed orders. They can also save preferred writers for future tasks.
The website is available in several languages but English remains the main working language for placing orders and communicating with writers.
Browsing Writers and Samples
Once logged in, the student can browse profiles of available writers. Each writer lists their qualifications, area of expertise, ratings and sample works. It is advised to look through these details to get a sense of the writer’s skills, styles of working and command over the subject before choosing someone. Some things to check include:
Educational qualifications listed on the profile match the subject/level of the task.
Ratings and comments left by previous clients indicate the quality of work delivered. Look for consistently positive feedback.
Samples provided show understanding of topics, clarity of thought, structure, writing style, formatting and referencing. Check for any plagiarism using online tools.
Placing an Order
To place an order, the student needs to specify details like the type of paper (essay, report, case study etc), subject, academic level, word count or pages, timeline and any other requirements. Edubirdie provides instructions on how to guide the writer by sharing relevant resources, question/topic and submission guidelines of the project. Some order placement tips:
Specify a clear topic/question, objectives, structure or outline expected to help the writer understand expectations.
Be transparent about using the site for academic work and not simply “hire a writer.” Some may decline suspicious tasks.
Consider a slightly longer deadline than required to allow for revisions if needed.
Read refund and revision policies carefully in case work needs redoing. Most offer 1 revision as standard.
Use detailed rubrics, assignment briefs or marking schemes if available to avoid scope for interpretation.
Do thorough reviews of drafts received in parts to ensure quality and avoid last minute surprises.
Communicating with Writers
Once an order is accepted, students can communicate directly with the writer via the messaging system on the website. While it is important to maintain healthy communication to clarify doubts, provide feedback on drafts and ensure assignments meet standards, there are a few guidelines to keep in mind:
Keep messages focused on the task and avoid personal conversations unrelated to the order.
Respond promptly to writers’ queries and revision requests to respect their time.
Use polite, professional language in all correspondence as these could be produced as evidence.
Do not make unreasonable demands outside the original order scope like extensive revisions without payment.
Raise any quality, formatting or referencing issues found in parts or drafts for the writer to address before final submission.
Receiving and Reviewing Completed Work
When the writer submits the completed work, the student receives a notification. They can then thoroughly review the final submission and check:
The paper meets all requirements of the original order specification.
Content covers the topic/question comprehensively with well-researched points of view.
Structure and flow of discussion or content is logical and coherent.
Writing style used is formal, clear and engaging for the level/subject.
In-text citations and references are included accurately in the required format.
There are no unoriginal contents or plagiarized sections when checked through tools.
Formatting follows guidelines provided for things like font, spacing, cover page etc.
Once satisfied with quality, the student can approve and release payment to the writer. If any discrepancies or issues are found, it is best to reject and request revision addressing feedback provided, within the allowable revision limit.
Providing Feedback and Closures
Edubirdie encourages students to provide detailed feedback and ratings for writers after an order is complete. This helps other users know about the service quality for that writer too. A few points to note in reviews:
Rate writers on communication, following instructions, writing skills, formatting and submitting on time.
Mention both positives like strengths and strengths along with areas that needed improvement.
Avoid personal attacks, Keep feedback respectful and related only to the order.
Do not reveal any confidential content from the completed work in public reviews.
Request closures for completed orders properly on the website for recordkeeping.
Using Edubirdie Responsibly
While Edubirdie offers a convenient way to get academic assignments done, it is still the student’s own work and responsibility. A few guidelines can help use such services ethically:
Do not submit the completed work as own without attribution. It remains intellectual property of the writer.
Use writers only to brainstorm, get guidance and proofread – not write whole papers or take online classes.
Reference any external sources or content from the completed work properly as per academic integrity standards.
Relying too heavily on such websites can undermine learning. Use them judiciously as support, not replacement for own efforts.
Get work reviewed by teachers/peers too before final submission to catch any issues writers may miss.
Face consequences if any plagiarized or poorly referenced work is detected by institutions despite using third parties.
By understanding how Edubirdie works and following guidelines for responsible use, students can benefit from the writing support services while upholding academic ethics. It is a useful supplementary tool, not a substitute for independent learning, thinking and producing authentic work. Using third party assistance requires diligence to avoid unintentional academic dishonesty.
Andrew Stroud