Please note: the minimal use of pronouns: I / me/ You / Yours the minimal use of imperative verbs how each and every section of the document under review has a subsection on the review details are provided – in…
English 301 98A Technical Writing
May 2022 Section 98A
Author: erikapaterson
Common Errors to avoid while peer reviewing a Formal Report
Here are some tips on how to avoid common errors and examples on how to correct. Avoiding BIG CHUNKS of text: organize the report into sections and subsections. Double checking to ensure visuals are correctly labeled – refer to the…
Writing a Methods Section for a Formal Report
Writing a Methods Section for a Formal Report 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…
Self-editing for Conciseness and Clarity
Editing for conciseness The goal is to aim for as concise and precise language as possible. If possible, avoid two and three verbs in a row. For Example: “Over the past two years, I have held the role of business development in…
An Example of a memo to Evan Crisp
Memorandum July 2, 2021 To: Evan Crisp, UBC Undergraduate Student From: XXX XXXX, ENGL 301 Student Subject: Best Practices for Effective Emails to Professors Introduction Thank you for seeking out the ENGL 301 students for advice on writing this email. …
An example of a Progress Report
MEMORANDUM To: Dr. Erika Paterson, Instructor ENGL 301 Technical Writing UBC From: XXX XXX, Student ENGL 301 Technical Writing UBC Date: June 24, 2021 Subject: 301 Progress Report : Sustainable Ingredient Sourcing in Organika Health Products Inc. Purpose and Significance of Report…
Avoiding Imperative Verbs
Editing out the imperative verbs when possible will make your writing more reader-friendly by changing the tone from ‘a command’ to ‘a suggestion’. Editing out imperative verbs often changes the sense of the sentence from a command to an ‘action…
Survey and Interview Introduction: an example
Survey and Interview Introduction: an example A common error with this assignment is the composition of the introduction to your surveys; this is extremely important. You must fulfill research ethics. Here is a good example for you to study and follow…
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 / me/ You / Yours the minimal use of imperative verbs how each Section of the Document under review has a…
Turning the negative into the positive:
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:…
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