Memo Draft English Writing

Peer Review: Draft of Workplace Memo

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Peer Reviews are a two part assignment. You must post your paper AND go back and provide feedback. Please see the instructions below. 

1. Read the Assignment Sheet -  Workplace Memo.

2. Review how to  Present Research in a Meaningful Way

· All research must include an attributive tag AND an end citation.

· For example, an attributive tag should be included when you present research as this gives the research credibility; for example, In the article, “Knowing your Evidence,” John Smith, an expert in forensic analysis, explains that……. (31). This shows the reader where the research came from, and that the person being referenced is credible because we know his credentials. There must also be an end citation in addition to the attributive tag – it’s not enough to just have an attributive tag.

· Having both an attributive tag (name of article, author, and author's credentials) and an end citation (“31” in this example), tells the reader when the research starts and when it ends. This is not an option in this course. If you have a direct quote, you must include the page or paragraph number.

· When you present research, you should follow up with a statement that makes the research meaningful, such as: “this demonstrates how…..” or “this research reflects….” Or “this research support/contradicts…”

· Research in your own words must also be cited. 

1. Review the Rubric - It may be found below the assignment sheet.

2. Sample Memo Format 

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· Sample Workplace Memo

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3. Draft your memo including your research.

4. Read the  Guidelines for Participating in Peer Reviews and  Rubric - Peer Reviews

5. Post Draft by Wednesday

6. Respond by Friday to two other students. In addition to providing general feedback, you MUST use the questions below to conduct your peer reviews. Respond to students that have not received feedback first.

7. Submit the Final Draft by Sunday after you have reviewed your peer's feedback and revised.

Peer Review Questions for Workplace Memo

Content

1. How does the opening paragraph prepare the audience for the memo?

· Does it provide background information? Does it talk about the importance of leadership?  

2. What is the purpose of the memo? Is it clear?  

· Based on the purpose statement provided, the audience should know from the start why you are writing this memo. 

3. What is the current working environment and why is modeling good leadership so important?

4. Is transformative leadership introduced and defined?

· What does the writer include to help the audience see what transformative leadership looks like in action?

5. What research (evidence) does the writer use to support that this leadership style will benefit all involved, the organization as well as the employees?

6. Is ALL research presented in a meaningful way, direct quotes, summaries, and paraphrases?

· Does reader know the credibility of the source?

· Is there an attributive tag (lead in) and a parenthetical reference to close the research when research is presented? 

7. What is the audience being asked to consider?

· Based on what is included in the memo, will the audience know how to make the changes? 

8. Is there a separate concluding paragraph?

· Does the conclusion include a brief recap, the importance of what is being asked, and a call to action?  

Format and Design

1. Are there headings/subheadings within this document?

· Do they guide the reader through the memo?

2. Is the memo formatted correctly?

3. Is every sentence clear and easy to follow? 

If you can't answer the above questions because the memo is missing what I am asking you about, respectfully provide the writer specific suggestions on how they can make their memo better.