Assignment #1: ‘Code of Conduct Memo – Draft’ (Done by somebody else, check assignment 3)You are a manager at a call center. The company frowns upon phone calls and texting during work hours. You have looked the other way a few times, but it has started to get out of hand. You need to write a memo reminding everyone that private phone and text message use on company time is viewed as a violation of the company’s code of ethics. Write a 1-page memo in which you address the situation, emphasizing the violation of the company’s code of conduct. In your document, you should:1. Ensure the memo is clear and brief.2. Choose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.3. Format the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.4. Create an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:Illustrate the relationship between how audience characteristics match the context of technical writing.· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Employ correct Edited Standard Written English (ESWE).· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics. Rubric Assignment 1: Code of Conduct Memo – DraftCriteriaUnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% DFair70-79% CProficient80-89% BExemplary90-100% A1. Ensure the memo is clear and brief.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely ensured the memo is clear and brief.Insufficiently ensured the memo is clear and brief.Partially ensured the memo is clear and brief.Satisfactorily ensured the memo is clear and brief.Thoroughly ensured the memo is clear and brief.2. Choose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Weight: 40%Did not submit or incompletely chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Insufficiently chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Partially chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Satisfactorily chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Thoroughly chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.3. Format the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Insufficiently formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Partially formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Satisfactorily formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Thoroughly formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.4. Create an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Insufficiently created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Partially created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Satisfactorily created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Thoroughly created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.5.Clarity,writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 2: ‘Creating an FAQ for a Website’Review the Strayer University Website to find an opportunity to write a FAQ that does not exist but would be useful to an intended audience. You will format the document as if it would be going on the Website, but you will write the document in Microsoft Word or equivalent word processing software. Write a one to two (1-2) page FAQ sheet for the intended audience and purpose. On a separate page within the same document, write a paragraph that identifies the intended audience and purpose of the FAQ sheet you have created. (Submit one document in total with both components included.) Your assignment cannot be graded without this analysis. In your document, you should:1. Match the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.2. Format FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.3. Ensure that content is measured, concise, and applicable.4. Craft a document that is easy to read.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Illustrate the relationship between how audience characteristics match the context of technical writing.· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Use syntax, tone, and word choice appropriate to technical communications.· Employ correct Edited Standard Written English (ESWE).· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic/organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 2: Creating an FAQ for a WebsiteCriteriaUnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% DFair70-79% CProficient80-89% BExemplary90-100% A1. Match the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely matched the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.Insufficiently matched the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.Partially matched the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.Satisfactorily matched the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.Thoroughly matched the intended audience and purpose for situation and tone.2. Format FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely formatted FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Insufficiently formatted FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Partially formatted FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Satisfactorily formatted FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Thoroughly formatted FAQ Web page(s) accurately and according to the details in the textbook.3. Ensure that content is measured, concise, and applicable.Weight: 35%Did not submit or incompletely ensured that content is measured, concise, and applicable.Insufficiently ensured that content is measured, concise, and applicable.Partially ensured that content is measured, concise, and applicable.Satisfactorily ensured that content is measured, concise, and applicable.Thoroughly ensured that content is measured, concise, and applicable.4. Craft a document that is easy to read.Weight: 25%Did not submit or document was very difficult to read.Document was difficult to readDocument was somewhat difficult to read.Document was fairly easy to read.Document was easy to read.5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 3: ‘Code of Conduct Memo – Revision’You are a manager at a call center. The company frowns upon phone calls and texting during work hours. You have looked the other way a few times, but it has started to get out of hand. You need to write a memo reminding everyone that private phone and text message use on company time is viewed as a violation of the company’s code of ethics. Rewrite your earlier Code of Conduct (Assignment 1) utilizing the professor’s feedback on organization, format, tone, and editorial issues. Review the example memo in the textbook before submission. In your document, you should:1. Ensure the memo is clear and brief.2. Choose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.3. Format the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.4. Create an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Illustrate the relationship between how audience characteristics match the context of technical writing.· Revise draft documents to improve audience comprehension.· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Employ correct Edited Standard Written English (ESWE).· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic/organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 3: Code of Conduct Memo – RevisionCriteriaUnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% DFair70-79% CProficient80-89% BExemplary90-100% A1. Ensure the memo is clear and brief.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely ensured the memo is clear and brief.Insufficiently ensured the memo is clear and brief.Partially ensured the memo is clear and brief.Satisfactorily ensured the memo is clear and brief.Thoroughly ensured the memo is clear and brief.2. Choose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Weight: 40%Did not submit or incompletely chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Insufficiently chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Partially chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Satisfactorily chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.Thoroughly chose language to match the purpose and tone for the situation and audience.3. Format the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Insufficiently formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Partially formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Satisfactorily formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.Thoroughly formatted the memo accurately and according to the details in the textbook.4. Create an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Insufficiently created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Partially created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Satisfactorily created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.Thoroughly created an effective opening that establishes goodwill without obscuring the message.5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 4: ‘Informative Report – Draft’Choose a familiar household appliance (e.g., vacuum, toaster, hair dryer). Write a one to two (1-2) page mechanism description (written in your own words) telling an audience of fifth graders in a science class how the appliance works. The document must include: a. Headingsb. At least one graphicc. A logical spatial orderIn your document, you should: 1. Ensure the document is clear and brief.2. Exercise logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.3. Use appropriate language for the audience and purpose.4. Follow the steps identified in the textbook.5. Cite source(s), including any graphics.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Design effective graphics for visual presentations.· Use syntax, tone, and word choice appropriate to technical communications.· Prepare reports, project requirements, and other various technical writing genres.· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic/organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 4: Informative Report – DraftCriteriaUnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% DFair70-79% CProficient80-89% BExemplary90-100% A1. Ensure the document is clear and brief.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely ensured the document is clear and brief.Insufficiently ensured the document is clear and brief.Partially ensured the document is clear and brief.Satisfactorily ensured the document is clear and brief.Thoroughly ensured the document is clear and brief.2. Exercise logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely exercised logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.Insufficiently exercised logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.Partially exercised logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.Satisfactorily exercised logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.Thoroughly exercised logic in your design, including placement of headers and graphics.3. Use appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Insufficiently used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Partially used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Satisfactorily used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Thoroughly used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.4. Follow the steps identified in the textbook.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely followed the steps identified in the textbook.Insufficiently followed the steps identified in the textbook.Partially followed the steps identified in the textbook.Satisfactorily followed the steps identified in the textbook.Thoroughly followed the steps identified in the textbook.5. Cite source(s), including any graphics.Weight: 10%Did not submit or incompletely cited sources, including any graphics.Insufficiently cited sources, including any graphics.Partially cited sources, including any graphics.Satisfactorily cited sources, including any graphics.Thoroughly cited sources, including any graphics.6. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 5: ‘Sample Instructions – Draft’Pick a favorite snack food that requires you to take at least eight steps to prepare.Write one to two (1-2) pages of instructions on how to fix the snack you picked. Imagine your audience is third grade Girl Scouts who have little or no experience in a kitchen. Along with your instructions (in the same document), write a 1-page explanation of the steps you took to create the document and the rationale for your approach. In your document, you should: 1. Write instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.2. Use appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.3. Organize the instructions and the document.4. Provide an explanation and rationale of the approach.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Design effective graphics for visual presentations.· Use syntax, tone, and word choice appropriate to technical communications.· Prepare reports, project requirements, and other various technical writing genres.· Organize ideas logically.· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 5: Sample Instructions – DraftCriteria UnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% D Fair70-79% C Proficient80-89% B Exemplary90-100% A1. Write instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Insufficiently wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Partially wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Satisfactorily wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Thoroughly wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.2. Use appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Insufficiently used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Partially used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Satisfactorily used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Thoroughly used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.3. Organize the instructions and the document.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely organized the instructions and the document.Insufficiently organized the instructions and the document.Partially organized the instructions and the document.Satisfactorily organized the instructions and the document.Thoroughly organized the instructions and the document.4. Provide an explanation and rationale of the approach.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Insufficiently provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Partially provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Satisfactorily provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Thoroughly provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 6: ‘Information Report – Revision’Choose a household appliance in which you have some familiarity (e.g. vacuum, toaster, hair dryer). Rewrite your earlier mechanism report (Assignment 4), making the necessary adjustments for format and content. If necessary, tighten up (condense) or expand on the appliance information. Review the clarity and brevity of content and correct editorial issues. Read the mechanism report example in the textbook if you have not done so already. The document must include: a. Headingsb. Graphicsc. A logical spatial orderd. A citation of any graphic(s) if taken from a sourceIn your document, you should: 1. Ensure the document is clear and brief.2. Exercise logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.3. Use appropriate language for the audience and purpose.4. Follow the steps identified in the textbook.5. Cite source(s), including any graphics.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Revise draft documents to improve audience comprehension.· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Design effective graphics for visual presentations.· Use syntax, tone, and word choice appropriate to technical communications.· Prepare reports, project requirements, and other various technical writing genres· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 6: Information Report – RevisionCriteriaUnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% DFair70-79% CProficient80-89% BExemplary90-100% A1. Ensure the document is clear and brief.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely ensured the document is clear and brief.Insufficiently ensured the document is clear and brief.Partially ensured the document is clear and brief.Satisfactorily ensured the document is clear and brief.Thoroughly ensured the document is clear and brief.2. Exercise logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely exercised logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.Insufficiently exercised logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.Partially exercised logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.Satisfactorily exercised logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.Thoroughly exercised logic in design, including placement of headers and graphics.3. Use appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Insufficiently used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Partially used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Satisfactorily used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.Thoroughly used appropriate language for the audience and purpose.4. Follow the steps identified in the textbook.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely followed the steps identified in the textbook.Insufficiently followed the steps identified in the textbook.Partially followed the steps identified in the textbook.Satisfactorily followed the steps identified in the textbook.Thoroughly followed the steps identified in the textbook.5. Cite source(s), including any graphics.Weight: 10%Did not submit or incompletely cited source(s), including any graphics.Insufficiently cited source(s), including any graphics.Partially cited source(s), including any graphics.Satisfactorily cited source(s), including any graphics.Thoroughly cited source(s), including any graphics.6. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 7: ‘Sample Instructions – Final’Pick a favorite snack food that requires you to take at least eight steps to prepare. Rewrite your earlier sample instructions draft (Assignment 5) to incorporate feedback from your professor on the simplicity, tone, clarity, and format of the submission. Review the instructions example in the textbook if you have not done so already. Imagine your audience is third grade Girl Scouts who have little or no experience in a kitchen. Along with your instructions, write a 1 page explanation of the steps you took to create the document and rationale for your approach. In your document, you should: 1. Write instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.2. Use appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.3. Organize the instructions and the document.4. Provide an explanation and rationale of the approach. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:· Revise draft documents to improve audience comprehension.· Explain ideas in proper format using accurate details and relevant examples.· Design effective graphics for visual presentations.· Use syntax, tone, and word choice appropriate to technical communications.· Prepare reports, project requirements, and other various technical writing genres.· Organize ideas logically.· Use technology and information resources to research issues in technical writing.· Write clearly and concisely about technical writing using proper writing mechanics.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric. Rubric Assignment 7: Sample Instructions – FinalCriteria UnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% D Fair70-79% C Proficient80-89% B Exemplary90-100% A1. Write instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Insufficiently wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Partially wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Satisfactorily wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.Thoroughly wrote instructions and explanations clearly and briefly.2. Use appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Insufficiently used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Partially used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Satisfactorily used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.Thoroughly used appropriate tone and language for the intended purpose and audience.3. Organize the instructions and the document.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely organized the instructions and the document.Insufficiently organized the instructions and the document.Partially organized the instructions and the document.Satisfactorily organized the instructions and the document.Thoroughly organized the instructions and the document.4. Provide an explanation and rationale of the approach.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Insufficiently provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Partially provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Satisfactorily provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.Thoroughly provided an explanation and rationale of the approach.5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present Assignment 8: ‘Proposal Critique’In this assignment you will be rewriting and critiquing the proposal provided. There are at least six improvements to be made in the document. Your job is to identify the six improvements and then, using track changes, rewrite or fix the error. Also, using the comments tool, give a brief explanation to why it is wrong and why you fixed it the way you did. Note: If your word processing program does not have track changes, you will need to insert comments in brackets using red font at the improvement location.In your document, you should:1. Identify at least six proposal weaknesses using track changes.2. Include a critique paragraph of at least 150 words at the end of the document.3. Discuss improvements for each of the weaknesses in your critique.4. Ensure both the comments and critique are concise and error-free.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instruc
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