devry engl227 all weeks discussions

week 1Process-Oriented Writing (graded)The ENGL227 TCOs and the class textbook guide students toward using a process-oriented approach to professional writing. What does it mean to use a “process-oriented approach” in writing? Why is this approach advantageous? (Later in the week, we’ll discuss strategies we can use during each step of the process.) (This Discussion supports TCO 1.)week 2Formatting Business Messages (graded)Consider successful business messages you’ve received, either as a professional or a customer. How did the formatting of those messages affect their level of success? (This Discussion supports TCO 2.)week 2Positive and Neutral Messages (graded)Most messages we write in the workplace fall into the category of positive or neutral communications. Examples include routine requests, informative or good news announcements, replies to inquiries, messages granting claims, letters of recommendation, and general goodwill messages. What are some strategies for writing these common types of messages successfully? (This Discussion supports TCOs 3 and 11.)This section lists options that can be used to view responses.Electronic Communication (graded)Your office is moving to a new location. Your colleague, David Burke, is not a strong writer, and he knows that you have recently taken a professional writing seminar. He approached you this morning and asked, “Can you read this draft? I know it’s a mess, but I’m swamped with the upcoming move. I want to e-mail it to everyone tomorrow. Can you let me know exactly what’s wrong with it and maybe rewrite it for me? Thanks – I owe you one!” Here is .next.ecollege.com/CurrentCourse/Documents/Poorly_Written_Neutral_Email.docx”>David’s Draft.Assess the strengths and weaknesses of David’s draft.Rewrite the e-mail message using the strategies outlined in this week’s readings.Let’s begin with four to five rewrites. Then, we’ll move on to discuss other aspects of electronic communications, including how to write corporate blogs, how to manage e-mail overload, and how to use IM in a professional setting. (This Discussion supports TCOs 2 and 11.)week 3Negative Messages (graded)Sometimes, people writing in a professional context must create negative messages, such as a letter of termination, a press release regarding a company error, a denial of a claim, or a poor performance review. When you write such a negative message, what are your objectives? What are some strategies you can use to write the negative message effectively? (This Discussion supports TCOs 2 and 4.)Collaborative Writing (graded)Identify some pros and cons involved with writing in teams. What are some strategies teams can use to successfully write together? (ThisDiscussionsupports TCO 6.)week 4Diversity Issues in Professional Writing (graded)Valuing diversity is commonly regarded as a virtue in today’s business world. Why is diversity an important value? What are some strategies we can use to reflect the value of diversity in our written work? (This Discussion supports TCO 8.)This section lists options that can be used to view responses.Report Writing (graded)What are some different types of reports you are likely to write in your career? What are some strategies for creating well-written, effective reports? (ThisDiscussion supports TCO 5.)week 5Persuasive Messages (graded)As you know by this point in our studies, the best way to approach writing any type of business message is to use a three-step process that includes planning, writing, and revising. Explain which strategies in each of these three steps we can apply when writing persuasive messages in particular. (ThisDiscussion supports TCOs 1 and 10.)Visual Aids (graded)Using common software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, users can create a multitude of different types of graphs, including pie charts, line graphs, flow charts, and Gantt charts. Which factors weigh into the decision to choose a particular type of graph or chart? Once you choose a type, how can you ensure that it is clear, readable, and ethical? (This Discussion supports TCOs 8 and 9.)This section lists options that can be used to view responses.week 6Planning Formal Reports (graded)One important part of planning a formal report is conducting research. What are some strategies business writers can use to conduct quality research? How else can we apply planning stage techniques and strategies to the planning of a formal report? (This Discussion supports TCOs 4, 6, and 8.)Formatting Formal Reports (graded)Read the example report in Chapter 15 on pages 435-448, paying close attention to how the report is formatted and organized. (Note that this report shows both MLA and APA citations; in the reports you are writing, you will need to use APA citations.) How does the formatting and organization of a formal report differ from the formats we’ve practiced in other types of business writing? (This Discussion supports TCOs 4, 6, and 8.)WEEK 7Adapting Reports for an Audience (graded)In Chapter 14, review the reports shown in Figures 14.2 to 14.3 on pages 410-412. Give specific examples of how each of these reports establishes a good relationship with the audience. Consider such components as taking the “you” attitude, emphasizing the positive, establishing credibility, being polite, using bias-free language, using visual aids, and projecting a good company image. How will you exhibit these qualities in your formal report assignment? (ThisDiscussion supports TCOs 6 and 10.)