The identified problem in the proposal in class activity 20 is the high rate of serious injuries and deaths do to head trauma from bicycling.
The author researches out of books. He also conducts a phone interview with a representative from the Transport Anystate Traffic Collision Statistics. The author also accesses information online.
I am convinced that there is a problem for several reasons. First, the author gives all of his resources. Each resource is pretty legit and is knowledgeable of the topic. Second, the author states his qualifications in research and then announces that he is a member of the local bike riding group. This information lets the reader know that he sees stuff happen first hand. Third, he gives a chart of head injuries each year. This information helps put the issue in perspective for the reader. Finally, he gives three examples of real life cases of head injuries linked to bike riding.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Monday, October 29, 2007
Plain English assignment 1
I now know about plain English. Plain Eng¬¬¬lish will help me write in the future. The use of plain English does many things. First, it makes things easier for the audience to understand. This is a big part in any type of technical writing because the goal of technical writing is to communicate with another. Second, the document will appear much cleaner. Finally, positive feedback should comeback because of the positive language that I use.
There are several guidelines when writing in plain English. First, keep sentences short, second, use active verbs. Third, use appropriate vocabulary. Fourth, don’t be afraid to give instruction. Finally, use positive language.
There are several guidelines when writing in plain English. First, keep sentences short, second, use active verbs. Third, use appropriate vocabulary. Fourth, don’t be afraid to give instruction. Finally, use positive language.
Plain English assignment 2
Attention Students!
We will host a fall festival next weekend in the gym. I need your help to operate the events. Several games will be played and prizes will be handed out to students who win. The prizes range from a small piece of candy to a large stuffed animal. We are excepting donations from parents. All donations must come pre-packaged and have the original purchase code. Donations must be packaged for the safety of the kids. We do not want any unknown substances entering the fall festival. Thank you for your cooperation.
We will host a fall festival next weekend in the gym. I need your help to operate the events. Several games will be played and prizes will be handed out to students who win. The prizes range from a small piece of candy to a large stuffed animal. We are excepting donations from parents. All donations must come pre-packaged and have the original purchase code. Donations must be packaged for the safety of the kids. We do not want any unknown substances entering the fall festival. Thank you for your cooperation.
Monday, October 22, 2007
activity 14
1. I will write a short column to introduce the instructions. I will include a greeting and then tell the audience what materials will be needed.
2. The necessary tools are paper, balloon, paint, flour, water.
3. They need to be aware that they may get a little dirty.
4. Do contact eyes with paste.
5. I would use graphics to demonstrate the final outcome of the paper machete. The major steps are the pasting of paper around the balloon.
6. I don’t think that any part of the steps should be to confusing. I will have pictures to help the reader better understand.
7. Yes, if the teacher permits all the materials and a mess. Otherwise, no.
8. I plan on writing a very short paragraph that tells the reader to enjoy the project.
2. The necessary tools are paper, balloon, paint, flour, water.
3. They need to be aware that they may get a little dirty.
4. Do contact eyes with paste.
5. I would use graphics to demonstrate the final outcome of the paper machete. The major steps are the pasting of paper around the balloon.
6. I don’t think that any part of the steps should be to confusing. I will have pictures to help the reader better understand.
7. Yes, if the teacher permits all the materials and a mess. Otherwise, no.
8. I plan on writing a very short paragraph that tells the reader to enjoy the project.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Activity 13
1.The audience would be handi-men, do-it-yourselfers, professionals, or anyone working on a faucet.
2.Yes the brochure uses parallelism; each instruction is divided by boxes. Steps with more than detail have sub-heads that are grouped together.
3.There is enough information. It is quite a bit information but that is good because all of the information is relevant with the step.
4.The sentence structure is imperative and the actual instructions are complete sentences. The headings are not complete sentences.
5.Graphics are very effective because they show step by step the process needed to complete the faucet installation.
6.The brochure contains a title, introductions, safety information, materials and equipment needed, steps, procedures, and a warranty agreement. It does not contain a conclusion.
7.The brochure is pretty well written and does not contain major weaknesses.
2.Yes the brochure uses parallelism; each instruction is divided by boxes. Steps with more than detail have sub-heads that are grouped together.
3.There is enough information. It is quite a bit information but that is good because all of the information is relevant with the step.
4.The sentence structure is imperative and the actual instructions are complete sentences. The headings are not complete sentences.
5.Graphics are very effective because they show step by step the process needed to complete the faucet installation.
6.The brochure contains a title, introductions, safety information, materials and equipment needed, steps, procedures, and a warranty agreement. It does not contain a conclusion.
7.The brochure is pretty well written and does not contain major weaknesses.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
correspondence package: reflection
After completing the Correspondence package assignment I have become more aware of the need for tone and professionalism when writing a formal letter.
I chose to approach each scenario as a high official in my firm. For instance, I was the manager in the first position. Although not specified, I chose to take a manager position in the second scenario as well. I think that taking this position helped me remember that I needed to keep a professional tone through out the paper. I altered my tone a bit during the first scenario to better fit the paper. For instance, I knew that I needed to speak as if I was not above the client, so I did not speak as if I were a manager. I used a lot of dialogue that was understanding of the client’s complaint to make the client feel in charge. In the second scenario, I used a more authoritive tone to get the point across. I felt that the situation needed to be dealt with and a stern tone was most effective.
I felt the first scenario’s genre is limiting in me being able to convey ideas because I constantly have to keep the client in mind.
This assignment met a few course goals. First, I can now solve problems and create ideas. This was used in both scenarios. As a manager, I needed to solve the problem and present a feasible idea. Second, I can analyze communication contexts. In this project I needed to analyze why photocopies were being over used and come up with a good plan to decrease photocopy usage. Third, I can communicate ethically. This was a big thing I learned. Communicating ethically does not mean to just communicate in the right way. It means communication that best fits the audience. Knowing the audiences culture and needs will help anyone better communicate ethically. Fourth, I can communicate effectively with diverse audiences. This is kind of the same as the last goal I learned. You can analyze what type of person you are dealing with by the vocabulary used in their writing. There is a diverse rang of people and it is important to handle each one effectively.
I chose to approach each scenario as a high official in my firm. For instance, I was the manager in the first position. Although not specified, I chose to take a manager position in the second scenario as well. I think that taking this position helped me remember that I needed to keep a professional tone through out the paper. I altered my tone a bit during the first scenario to better fit the paper. For instance, I knew that I needed to speak as if I was not above the client, so I did not speak as if I were a manager. I used a lot of dialogue that was understanding of the client’s complaint to make the client feel in charge. In the second scenario, I used a more authoritive tone to get the point across. I felt that the situation needed to be dealt with and a stern tone was most effective.
I felt the first scenario’s genre is limiting in me being able to convey ideas because I constantly have to keep the client in mind.
This assignment met a few course goals. First, I can now solve problems and create ideas. This was used in both scenarios. As a manager, I needed to solve the problem and present a feasible idea. Second, I can analyze communication contexts. In this project I needed to analyze why photocopies were being over used and come up with a good plan to decrease photocopy usage. Third, I can communicate ethically. This was a big thing I learned. Communicating ethically does not mean to just communicate in the right way. It means communication that best fits the audience. Knowing the audiences culture and needs will help anyone better communicate ethically. Fourth, I can communicate effectively with diverse audiences. This is kind of the same as the last goal I learned. You can analyze what type of person you are dealing with by the vocabulary used in their writing. There is a diverse rang of people and it is important to handle each one effectively.
Correspondance package: Memo
To: Employees of Koller Construction Company
From: Zach Tijerina
Subject: Photocopy machine regulations
Date: October 15, 2007
The purpose of this memo is to discuss the regulations of the company photocopy machine. It has been brought to my attention that the copy machine is being used for personal use rather than company use.
Summary
I regret to inform everyone that the photo budget is being overdrawn in an excess of several hundred dollars. The photocopy has been monitored. As a result we have found out many employees are using it for personal use. I think we should move to an animated card system to help track who makes copies. I would like to speak with each of you when you are free.
Discussion
In the past, the company has let employees use the photocopy machine freely. This is resulting in the company going over budget. The new animated card system that I propose will give each employee a number of free copies per month. After the free copies are used, the employee must purchase copies for the remainder of the month.
The number of free copies will be sufficient enough to handle all business copies within the month. However, any personal copies will need to be paid for. This will help reduce the amount of personal copies being made by employees. It will also help pay for the budget, if we go over again.
Although we would like to provide each employee the privilege of free personal copies, we feel the privilege is being taken advantage of. The new system is fair and because a small number of our employees actually need the photocopy machine, the budget will be benefited. Hopefully, if the budget sees a dramatic improvement, we can provide the employees with other privileges.
Recommendation
I’d like to speak with any one who has questions on the topic as soon as possible. I would like to hear your opinions on the matter. You can e-mail me at Zachary.tijerina@ttu.edu or call me at 806-734-5678.
From: Zach Tijerina
Subject: Photocopy machine regulations
Date: October 15, 2007
The purpose of this memo is to discuss the regulations of the company photocopy machine. It has been brought to my attention that the copy machine is being used for personal use rather than company use.
Summary
I regret to inform everyone that the photo budget is being overdrawn in an excess of several hundred dollars. The photocopy has been monitored. As a result we have found out many employees are using it for personal use. I think we should move to an animated card system to help track who makes copies. I would like to speak with each of you when you are free.
Discussion
In the past, the company has let employees use the photocopy machine freely. This is resulting in the company going over budget. The new animated card system that I propose will give each employee a number of free copies per month. After the free copies are used, the employee must purchase copies for the remainder of the month.
The number of free copies will be sufficient enough to handle all business copies within the month. However, any personal copies will need to be paid for. This will help reduce the amount of personal copies being made by employees. It will also help pay for the budget, if we go over again.
Although we would like to provide each employee the privilege of free personal copies, we feel the privilege is being taken advantage of. The new system is fair and because a small number of our employees actually need the photocopy machine, the budget will be benefited. Hopefully, if the budget sees a dramatic improvement, we can provide the employees with other privileges.
Recommendation
I’d like to speak with any one who has questions on the topic as soon as possible. I would like to hear your opinions on the matter. You can e-mail me at Zachary.tijerina@ttu.edu or call me at 806-734-5678.
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