Writing
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IntroSectionsConclusionProgressReportFA13.pptxProgress Reports: Introductions, Sections, Conclusions & Graphics
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Make a Choice Now
Look over your discussion group posting
Choose a current project to write about
Use the information you have already written
Basic Set-up
Follow memo format
Open a Word document
Type REPORT at the top
Type your tags
You can use my name for the “To” or whoever would be most relevant
Your subject line must reflect the nature of your project
Introductions
What is the purpose of an introduction?
An introduction should present the subject of the report to the reader.
The introduction helps guide the reader—your audience.
The introduction gives an overview of the project—a summary.
Heading? Your choice.
Different Types of Introductions
State Thesis and then introduce
Background
Definitions if needed
Connect to reader’s interests or values
Anecdote
Question and introduce
Type something now
The Sections
There are three required sections: completed, underway, and not started
Type in “working” headings now
Short phrases
Against left margin
Bold type
The Sections
“What is Completed”
All the information on what is done
Start your typing, “Here is what is done…”
Use as many specifics as you can
Dates
Titles
Proper nouns-person, place, thing
Costs, money
Measurements-lengths, weights, mass, etc.
Description
Sections
“What is Underway”
This means you have started but not finished these items
Start your typing, “Now, here is what is underway…”
Once again, be specific.
Sections
“What Remains to be Started”
Start typing, “Lastly, here is what is left to start…”
You may not have as many specific here.
Make predictions
Project dates, costs, etc.
Discuss you plan for completion
Conclusions
Conclusions bring a sense of closing to the end of your report.
Add value to project
Summarize main points
Make recommendations for change
Make a prediction about completion
Type a heading for this section.
Write this when your report is done
Adding Visuals & Graphics
Visuals add to the report
Placement is key
Re-size using Word
Wrap text around graphic
Demonstration
Types of Graphics
Pictures
Tables or charts
Logos or symbols
Graphs
Lists
Progress Report Requirements
Memo format
Bolded headings
Approximately two pages—use page numbers
Use of specifics—especially dates and names
At least one graphic
Questions
Email me with any questions
Review the Content Pages
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