More DETAILS PLEASE! The reader of a Peer Review is not necessarily the writer of the document under review – so details are necessary. Please note in the following examples how pronouns have been edited-out as well as details included…
English 301 99A Technical Writing
Fall 2020 Section 99A
Year: 2019
Writing Tip: Editing Out Imperative Verbs
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.…
Preparing to write a Peer Review for Linked-In
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…
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…
Organizing with Bullets
Organization and Format are two major concerns for professional writers. Bullets are helpful. For Example: “ I noticed some errors after reading the document. One example would be “Lemma (A supporting proposition, statement, or result).” There is no need for…
Conciseness: Editing out Pro-nouns and Unnecessary Words
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…
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…
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