Ch 7 - Writing Instructions (Programs & Process)

Brainstorming is not necessary in the process of writing instructions or procedures.

• True

• False

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One helpful feature of word processing programs (Like Docs) when writing instructions is

• Outline

• ability to present slides

• digital signature

• boldface

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Graphics in instructions should be

• appropriate

• easy to understand

• considerate of international audiences

• original

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CCSS.RI.8.3

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Underlining can be confused with ------ in some instructional situations and should be avoided.

• hyperlinks

• emphasis

• headings

• strikethrough

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This step involves research, a clear understanding of the task at hand and the risks involved.

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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When you actually DO the thing and prepare to write your own directions. . .

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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The process of taking your information and writing it up in actual steps before asking others for input.

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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In which you might include missing steps, separate activities into more steps, change the order, &/ ensure they are clear.

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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Style considerations for directions include

• imperative verbs

• precise terms for measurements

• connective transitional words

• clear short sentences in active voice

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Steps in directions should be numbered.

• True

• False

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