How to Understand Writing Assignments
Read the 'assignment' completely., Find a way to delineate the things that you must know or accomplish., Examine it closely., Present your ideas in a certain order., Ask questions about what is expected. , Ask yourself questions.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Read the 'assignment' completely.
The assignment could be from an instructor, your boss, your self, an organization etc. -
Step 2: Find a way to delineate the things that you must know or accomplish.
You can create a bubble map with the information, or take notes. , Good instructions will have clues as to what is expected. , Usually most important to least important. ,, What is the end purpose for this document? Is it for a grade, a raise, an operating procedure manual, etc.
Who will the audience be? Are you trying to teach something to someone, explain your points, etc.
What do I need to do or have to begin doing the work? Who can I talk to make this assignment be the best it can be? -
Step 3: Examine it closely.
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Step 4: Present your ideas in a certain order.
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Step 5: Ask questions about what is expected.
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Step 6: Ask yourself questions.
Detailed Guide
The assignment could be from an instructor, your boss, your self, an organization etc.
You can create a bubble map with the information, or take notes. , Good instructions will have clues as to what is expected. , Usually most important to least important. ,, What is the end purpose for this document? Is it for a grade, a raise, an operating procedure manual, etc.
Who will the audience be? Are you trying to teach something to someone, explain your points, etc.
What do I need to do or have to begin doing the work? Who can I talk to make this assignment be the best it can be?
About the Author
Andrea Taylor
Writer and educator with a focus on practical creative arts knowledge.
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