INSTRUCTIONS ASSIGNMENT / USE POWERPOINT TO DO IT

ENGL 2311 – Technical Writing

Grading

Your Instructions assignment will be graded on the following criteria for a total of 175 points:

Content – Instructions include a title, general introduction, step-by-step instructions, and a 40 points

conclusion. Introduction includes relevant information about who, why, and when the

task should be completed, safety measures, materials, and time required. Step-by-step

instructions are numbered appropriately and include feedback information. They present

the appropriate amount of information in each step. Conclusion summarizes the

completion of the process and any next steps.

Layout – Document is visually appealing. It employs a professional, easy-to-read style 30 points

consistently. Graphics clearly relate to the text. White space is used effectively.

Clarity – Instructions are written so that users can easily understand them. The process is 20 points

described in detail without being wordy.

Usability – The design and content of the instructions are appropriate for the way the 10 points

instructions will be used. Writer has considered audience and purpose in the design and content.

Instructions are an appropriate length for the topic and are not intimidating for the user.

User Questions – User questions are appropriate and provide valid feedback on the instructions. 15 points

Mechanics-Project demonstrates a command of the standards of edited American English with 30 points no major grammatical or punctuation errors.

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