Process Analysis

Writing Patterns and Styles: Process Analysis

Objectives

• Define process
   
• List guidelines for using processes
   

Use process analysis appropriately in writing based on purpose and intended audience

Assignment Overview

In this writing assignment, you explore process analysis.

Deliverables

A two-page (500-word) essay in APA format.

Step 1 Select a process analysis assignment topic.  You may choose one of your own.  Here are some ideas

• Finding a place to live
   
• Becoming a good leader
   
• Doing an activity or hobby
   
• Looking for a new job
   
• Making a good impression at an interview
   
• Assembling a
   

Step 2 Write an outline of the steps of your process (this does not nave to be submitted)

Step 3 Write a process analysis essay.

• Relate steps in logical chronological order
• Have clear steps
• Have transitions between steps
• Include a thesis 
• Have sufficient supporting detail