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Writing Project Reports. Developed for Kappa Omicron Nu Web Delivery by Susan S. Stratton, MEd. Project Objective (Thesis Statement) Project Adviser Background Information on the Issue or Problem Explored Basic Assumptions About this Project. Hypothesis Scope of Project
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Writing Project Reports Developed for Kappa Omicron NuWeb Delivery by Susan S. Stratton, MEd
Project Objective (Thesis Statement) Project Adviser Background Information on the Issue or Problem Explored Basic Assumptions About this Project Hypothesis Scope of Project Limitations of the Project General Procedures Used Results of the Project Summary The Structure of Your Report
Keep the report organized Outline the flow in a logical order Use sub-headings to guide the reader Draw pictures to make your point Use tables, charts and figures to illustrate and simplify content Keep it simple Use simple words Use non-sexist language Avoid jargon Use short sentences Write short paragraphs Use consistent writing and formatting style Report Writing Tips
Grammatical Style Tips • Avoid Common Mistakes • Its (possessive of it) v It’s (it is) • Use v utilize • They refers to more than one person, not a single individual • Avoid very and similar modifiers (adverbs) • Avoid ending a sentence with a preposition, i.e. to, of, for • Use consistent verb tense • Use active voice rather than passive voice.
Formatting • Use simple title pages and fonts • Use a typeface with serifs • Use 12 pt font • Double-space the report • Number the pages and identify your work in the header • Citations must be referenced in standard form