Tips for Writing Effective Long Reports

Tips for Writing Effective Long Reports

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Professional Development

9th - 10th Grade

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Bill Carmody discusses effective strategies for writing long reports. Key points include understanding your audience, clarifying the report's desired outcomes, and writing the executive summary last. He emphasizes the importance of including alternative viewpoints, making clear recommendations, and proofreading to maintain credibility. Finally, he advises sharing the report with key influencers before broad distribution to ensure a balanced and well-received document.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to know your audience when writing a report?

To ensure the report is entertaining

To make the report longer

To write a report that is useful to them

To avoid using technical language

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the benefit of writing the executive summary last?

It makes the report look professional

It ensures all key points are included

It allows for more creativity

It saves time

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should alternative viewpoints be included in a report?

To confuse the reader

To make the report longer

To avoid criticism

To ensure a balanced perspective

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of typos and poor grammar in a report?

They negatively affect the report's perceived value

They enhance the report's credibility

They make the report more interesting

They have no impact

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should a report be shared with key influencers before broad distribution?

To make it more entertaining

To increase the report's length

To gather feedback and ensure balance

To get their approval