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Hello, class! Since we are working on our first writing assignment this week, I thought I would share some examples from previous students. Please keep in mind that these are student assignment submissions, and so they contain some errors and have definite room for improvement. There are two examples—one strong and one weak.

*The first example is a strong example.*

Assignment 1: Code of Conduct Memo – Draft

Susan Student

Prof. Anna Morrison

ENG 316 – Technical Communications

7/24/2015

interoffice memorandum

to:	Call center Department
from:	Ms. Beth Boss
date:	July 24, 2015
subject:	violation of Company’s code of ethics
cc:	IT Supervisors

Being at work while away from our loved ones can sometimes bring on thoughts of worry that may distract us from our daily tasks. We want to make sure that our family can reach us if an emergency arises, which is why I understand the need to have personal cell phones at work.

However, private phone use is prohibited during working hours. I would like everyone to review the company’s code of ethics that was handed out during orientation. It goes into further detail of what is considered a violation of the company’s policies and the penalties for committing those violations (Smith-Worthington & Jefferson, 2011).

Personal cell phone use is only permitted during the 15-minute breaks and 30-minute lunch. Anyone caught using their cell phones outside of these time frames will be reprimanded. If you have any questions concerning the company’s code of ethics, please see your supervisor.

Sincerely,

Ms. Beth Boss, Call Center Manager

References

Smith-Worthington, D., & Jefferson, S. (2011). Technical Writing For Success. Mason, Ohio. Cengage Learning.

*The second example is a weak example.*

Memorandum

Stephen Student

08/06/2015

Professor Anna C. Morrison

ENG316

Strayer University

CODE OF CONDUCT MEMO

To: All employees

From: The manager

Date: 4thAugust 2015

Subject: Violations of Code of Ethics

Cc: Heads of Departments

It has come to my attention that the level of violation of the stipulated codes of ethics in the company is high especially in the terms of integrity thus affecting performance.

i. Everyone must maintain the standards of professionalism and reflect competence hence should avoid external destruction, that is, texting and receiving calls.

ii. Respecting ethics and supporting colleagues in carrying out duties rather than engaging in disruptive behaviors is necessary.

I therefore encourage everyone to comply with the measures to enhance impartibility, competence, professional development, confidentiality to achieve ultimate performance.

Yours sincerely

The Manager

REFERENCE

Adam, A. (2001). Computer Ethics in a Different Voice. Information and organization, 11(4), 235-261.

Clarke, R. (1999). Ethics and the Internet. Business and Professional journal, 18(4), 153-167.

I hope you find these examples helpful as you draft your own assignments this week. Enjoy!

Prof. Morrison