Avoiding Imperative verbs is helpful for creating a document that places the reader first. While imperative verbs have their place in many types of writing, in professional and technical writing imperative verbs are best avoided or used for special emphasis.…
English 301 99A Technical Writing
September 2019 Section 99A
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An Example of a Linked-In Peer Review (it’s never to late to self-edit!)
ENGL 301: LinkedIn Peer Review Form Here is an example of an excellent LinkedIn peer review to study: well organized, complete, concise and clear. Please note the minimal use of pronouns: I / You / Yours Please note the minimal…
A Student example of a Peer Review for a Report Proposal
A Student Example of a Peer Review for a Report Proposal Please note the minimal use of pronouns: I / You / Yours Please note the minimal use of imperative verbs By XXX on June 12, 2016 To: XXX XXX,…
Details Please!
DETAILS please Without details: My research proposal contains the following: Introduction of Topic Statement of Problem Proposed Solutions Scope of Questions Forms of Primary and Secondary Sources My Qualifications Conclusion With Details: My research proposal contains the following: Introduction of Topic…
Preparing a Peer Review for a Proposal for a formal Report
Here are some tips for preparing to peer review a proposal for a Formal Report. Writing tip: Avoid pronouns: “I” / “You” Before you read the document — prepare a list of headings and sub-headings designed to match the requirements…
Writing Tip: Take out the Pronouns!
WRITING TIP: Take out the people/ pronouns: “I” and “You” Please study this example: Note how concise and clear the passage without pronouns reads. The first paragraph of this review is all about the author of the review. Take out…
Subject lines, File names and Attachments
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 Assignment name’ I…
Preparing to Write Proposal for a Formal Report
This blog is meant to guide you with preparations for creating a proposal for your Formal Report. Before reading this blog please be sure to read the assigned pages on The Research Process: 123 – 186. Below you will find:…
Example of a Peer Review of a Definition
English 301 Lesson 1:3 Assignments: Peer review Organizing Peer Reviews: Peer reviews should be organized with sub-headings and bullet points Sub-headings should include each element of the document as well as general elements First Impressions is a good way to…
Posting on your Team Forum
Good day 301 How to Post: Begin a ‘new post‘ and when ready to publish go to the Categories box on the right side of the page and click the box with your team name. When to Post: Follow the…
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