Instructor’s Blog
Hello, and welcome to my Blog. Below this post you will see previous posts from last semester’s class. This is the first Blog for our class.
Editing out the imperative verbs
By erikapaterson on November 1, 2019 @9:43 am
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.…An Example of a Linked-In Peer Review (it’s never to late to self-edit!)
By erikapaterson on November 1, 2019 @9:02 am
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
By erikapaterson on November 13, 2019 @6:54 am
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!
By erikapaterson on November 8, 2019 @5:48 am
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
By erikapaterson on October 13, 2019 @4:24 am
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…