This is a collection of my writing work completed during the ENGL 301 course. Each composition is accompanied by evaluations of the objective and achievement of the task.
Definition Assignment
For our first writing assignment, we were tasked with selecting a technical term from our backgrounds and providing its parenthetical, sentence, and expanded definitions to ensure that the non-technical audience comprehends its meaning. My chosen term was “Brutalism,” and following the peer review, I reworked my expanded definitions to enhance the delivery of information to the non-technical audience. This involved the removal of complex terms, resulting in a more polished and readable work.
Peer Review Definition
In our first peer review, I was partnered with my team member Aman Johal, who wrote about the term “Bioequivalent Medication” to evaluate each other’s definitions for its appropriateness. Through the review process, I gained valuable insights into how we could enhance our definitions for a non-technical audience by simplifying or elucidating complex terms.
Formal Report Proposal and Progress Report
To fulfill the requirements for our formal report, we needed to write a proposal that involved an effort-intensive process of selecting a problem we have experienced and proposing a solution or recommendation for it. I chose to write about revising UBC Library procedures because I have often felt stressed and distracted by the current environment and practices in these spaces.
For the progress report task, I needed to develop a plan and structure for the research methods for the formal proposal. To accomplish this, I created a survey for UBC students and identified relevant secondary literature topics that I will need for my research. This task helped me to consider the scope and target audience of my report when designing the data collection methods.
Formal Report Proposal and Progress Report
Proposal Memorandum
This assignment was made to submit an overview of our formal report proposal to gain approval from our Professor. My formal report required organizing the elements of the report and summarizing distinct areas of my formal report proposal into a short memorandum.
LinkedIn Best Practices Memorandum
This assignment made us construct a guide on how to establish a strong professional network on an essential resource: LinkedIn. While this guide was to assist my peers, I also learned how to create a profile that can produce an accurate representation of an individual’s skills and achievements and maintain consistency to stay relevant in the job market.
LinkedIn Best Practices Memorandum
Memorandum to Evan Crisp
Through completing this assignment, I gained a greater appreciation for the importance of adopting a “YOU attitude” when I was requested assistance by a fictional person: Evan Crisp. I anticipate that the experience from this assignment will aid me in crafting more considerate and persuasive emails requesting assistance.
Peer Review of Formal Report
This peer review was to provide feedback on Justin Tang’s work, another writing team member. This allowed me to learn about his work, check if all the required sections are in place, and provide proper recommendations for his work as we proceed forward to completing the formal report. After reviewing each other’s work, we revised our own reports based on the suggestions we gave.
In summary, the insights gained through my studies in ENGL 301 have significantly impacted my ability to communicate effectively in technical writing. By realizing the power of concise language and proper formatting, I can now better express my ideas and convey complex information to others. These newfound skills will undoubtedly enhance my capacity to collaborate with colleagues and advance my career trajectory.
