Editing out Unnecessary words. Tips: edit out the pronouns stay in present tense Example: “I have reviewed your 1:3 Definitions Assignment on the term ‘stack’. As someone with little knowledge on computer science, you did a great job defining and…
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Creating a Formal Report Proposal
Creating a Formal Report Proposal. A brief discussion on asking the right questions & pursuing a balanced view A brief discussion on primary sources for research Procedures for preparing your proposal Asking the right question After reading the chapters on…
Preparing to Peer Review
With lesson 1:3 assignments you are practicing four writing techniques: The art of definition — and the importance of always considering your reader’s needs first. The art of Peer Review Self-editing based on review Reflection on your writing techniques Assignment #1: Definitions, should not present too…
How To post on your Team Forum
When you want to add a post to your Team Forum you need to begin with a “new post.” Be sure to include the assignment number in your title; for example: ‘1:3 Definitions’. When you are ready to publish, be…
Focus on Conciseness
WRITING TIP: Focus on Conciseness Removing as many pronouns as possible improves conciseness. Removing as many unnecessary words as possible improves clarity and conciseness Example: 177 words “Please consider me for your professional writing team by taking a moment to read through my…
Evaluation Sheets
Good Tuesday 301; I hope you all had a good long weekend. Below is a copy of the Evaluation Sheet that we will use this semester. Please do study this sheet so you have a clear idea of your grade…
Writing Teams
Hello 301; Your Blogs are posted on the Student Blog page; I hope you will find time to enjoy reading each other’s bio’s as you compose your application letters. The first assignment for your Team page is due on May…
Welcome to English 301
Hello 301 Welcome to our course of studies together and Welcome to my Instructor’s Blog I will post new blogs on a regular basis and you should read before beginning each week’s lesson. The principle purpose of this Blog is to respond to your…
Attached Files: ‘301 Student Name Assignment Name’
Subject Lines and file names ALWAYS CONSIDER YOU READER’S NEEDS FIRST. Stopping to consider how your document or message or memo will be used – who is reading and why? — this is your first consideration. ‘301 Student Name…
Tips for your Application Package
YOU attitude example: Student Letter of Application missing You Attitude: Without YOU attitude: Given my experience as Membership Management Trainee at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong, I have confidence in supporting the development and maintenance of the Annual…
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