Here is an example of a well-handled Methods Section. The Introduction section of a Formal Report always includes a description of the methodology. It is important to remain concise and at the same time provide both details and an explanation.…

This is a re-post of a blog that too many people seem to have missed or forgotten. One of the tricks of technical writing is to avoid generalities and provide details – as concisely as possible. Here are a few…

When drafting your Formal Report keep in mind the most common and serious errors: Writing with a negative tone: Avoid the negative. Writing with a demanding tone: Respect your reader, edit out imperative verbs. Writing information that your reader already…

Look what happens when I rewrite this paragraph from a peer review for a first draft —  with YOU attitude: Incorrect: The introduction section was the most informative as you were keen to incorporate factual data that created a picture…

Learning the techniques of writing with YOU attitude is so valuable, I am dedicating this page to YOU attitude tips and examples. Four essential rules for writing with YOU attitude 1. Avoid starting your memos or letters or peer reviews with…

Survey Introduction: an example  A common error with this assignment is the composition of the introduction to your surveys; this is a very important. You must fulfill research ethics.  Here is a good example for you to study and follow the…

Turning the negative into the positive: Examples: Negative:  With a decrease of events and marketing, fewer students are inspired to participate in club activities and in turn, a decrease in interest for the role law has in societal problems. Positive:…

Subject Lines I hope these notes are helpful and that future correspondence have clear and complete subject lines and attachments will be correctly named, and the attached document will include course number, student name, date, and title of the document at the…

Writing Tips Writing Tip: Never end a sentence with the word ‘it’ – or any other two-letter words. Always rewrite the sentence and you will always have a better sentence. Example:  “I hope to fit your potential team and add positively…

 Tips for Peer Reviews and Memos and … … whenever you are writing a list of things to do – try replacing imperative verbs with “ing” verbs – your writing tone will improve. For example: Post a professional profile photo.…