Ch 7 - Writing Instructions (Programs & Process)

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

• True

• False

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

• Outline

• ability to present slides

• digital signature

• boldface

Graphics in instructions should be

• appropriate

• easy to understand

• considerate of international audiences

• original

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

• hyperlinks

• emphasis

• headings

• strikethrough

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

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

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

• planning

• trial run

• drafting

• revising

Style considerations for directions include

• imperative verbs

• precise terms for measurements

• connective transitional words

• clear short sentences in active voice

Steps in directions should be numbered.

• True

• False