Help Required With Module Preparation

Yasmin1983 · 06-06-2008, 01:30 PM

Module with a difference

Hi,

I require some help with the preparation of a few modules.

the topics are:

Business & Report writing for audit
Plain language writing
Effective @ e-mail

Thank you

Yasmin Mondol

bhawanashara · 06-06-2008, 05:48 PM

Hi, Can u please brief me more about the requirements?

I think i can help u with this...
Regards,

Bhawana Shara

Yasmin1983 · 11-06-2008, 05:29 PM

Hi Bhawana,

Thanks for you help the objectives of the module are:

Business & Report writing for audit

16 hrs

1. Decide when to apply writing techniques specifically suited for business
2. Choose document layouts that best suit the reader's objectives
3. Use diagrams to prevent gaps or errors of logic
4. Avoid jargon and excessive use of acronyms and superlatives
5. Simplify paragraph content to improve readability
6. Organize information according to themes
7. Present information to most directly lead the reader to decision making
and action

Plain language writing

1. Define the differences between academic writing and business/technical writing
2. Select appropriate word choice, sentence length, and sentence type
3. Create effective communication with international readers
4. Address cultural differences, e.g., seasons, holidays, dates, and numbers
5. Identify uses and abuses of technical jargon and acronyms
6. Eliminate use of business clichés, idioms, colloquial phrases
7. Develop effective use of active voice, transitional words, and customer-focused language
8. Apply page design features that improve readability
9. Define considerations for multiple audiences with varying levels of knowledge and interest

Effective @ e-mail

1. Correspond effectively with coworkers, customers, vendors, and international readers via e-mail
2. Organize email messages for greatest impact
3. Format documents for easier comprehension
4. Know how and when to send attachments
5. Forward, carbon copy, or blind carbon copy, when appropriate

bhawanashara · 30-06-2008, 12:21 PM

Hi,
Yasmin....

Please find attached here the ppts...

These might be of your help...

Regards,

Bhawana Shara

Yasmin1983 · 02-07-2008, 01:05 PM

Hi Bhawana,

thanks a lot for the material
take care
Yasmin Mondol