Unit Two is perhaps, the most challenging unit of this course, in terms of a learning curve; we began the process of creating two major documents, and — beginnings for many, are the most difficult challenge. Happily, most of you…
English 301 99C Technical Writing
January 2019 Section 99C
Author: erikapaterson
Resume building and social networking
First on the agenda for this blog post is an invitation to all of you to connect on my Linkedin page; I will be happy to be available as a future reference for outstanding students. I am also happy to verify…
Reflections on the art of Peer Review
As you all know, creating a peer review report is a common and important task in the professional world, so this is indeed an important art to learn. After reviewing many of your reflections on this topic for Unit 2:3,…
Social Networking Strategies
Interesting Links to discussions on creating a professional social network: Your Guide to the Social Media Jungle [http://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/linkedin-tips-business-building/] Lydia.com: Build Your Professional Network [http://www.lynda.com/Business-Business-Skills-tutorials/] Building Your Professional Network : [http://alumni.umich.edu/learning/building-your-professional-network] Networking: University of Virginia Career Building: [http://www.career.virginia.edu/students/cdm/networking.php] …
Example: Introduction to Survey
Here is a good example for you to study. Public Transportation on the UBC Vancouver Campus The purpose of this survey is to obtain primary data for an analysis of public transportation on the UBC Vancouver campus that will be presented in…
Progress Reports: comments and examples
I am in the process of responding to all of your email memos re: progress reports. The most common error among the reports I received is the form of the document. The instructions ask for an email memo; yet many people…
Reflections: an example
Hello 301; I have just this moment completed all my evaluations for Unit One. If you have any questions about my comments, please do not hesitate to ask. I am always happy to review your work with you. I will…
Progress Report on Unit One
Hello 301; In Unit One we have been working on perfecting the art of the professional email message and memorandums. Here are some general tips concerning the most common errors: Subject lines missing or incorrect details, here are some examples with corrections:…
Formal Reports: examples and some tips
Hello 301; This blog is meant to guide you with brainstorming your research topic 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…
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