Unit 2 - Writing a Report

One line definition A report is… a formal document that gives information or advice.

How can you make your writing formal? Should be polite in its tone Should be written without any colloquial (chatty) language Should be correctly punctuated Should use ambitious vocabulary Should use connectives; therefore, consequently etc Should not use slang phrases Should include ‘pleases’ and ‘thank you’s’! Should address person in full

Your college is looking for ways to improve Your college is looking for ways to improve. Your principal has asked you to write a report suggesting how the college could be improved. You may wish to organize your writing under the following headings: Problems Solutions Write your report for the principal.

Clear Title - Reword the exam question How to improve my college Your college is looking for ways to improve. Your principal has asked you to write a report suggesting how the college could be improved.

INTRODUCTION Your college is looking for ways to improve. Your principal has asked you to write a report suggesting how the college could be improved. The purpose of this report is to find out how my college can be improved. I have been asked to complete this report by my principal. I have completed research and asked students and staff a number of questions. These results will be analysed in this document. 4

Problems within the college

Problems within the college Courses Food Parking Student Union

Problems within the college Food One huge concern that came from the students at Lansdowne was the catering services. 86% of students stated that the food was unsatisfactory. The results also showed there was limited vegetarian options, whilst the food was sometimes served cold. Although the majority of students were happy with the customer service from the staff, 26% believed they needed more people on the counter. 4

This is where you give your opinion how the college should change Solutions - Food This is where you give your opinion how the college should change Write a few sentences each for all of your problems

Solutions In this section I am going to give my recommendations for each problem. Firstly, the catering service within the college has to change as the huge majority are unhappy. The canteen has to take on at least one employee who should be on the counter at all times. In addition, three more vegetarian meals should be brought in, whilst the food must be served at a certain temperature. This would greatly improve the catering services within the college.

Conclusion In conclusion, I have given my recommendations on how to improve the college. If these findings are acted on, I believe the college will increase its performance.

Improve highlighted phrases (focus on punct, sentencing & clarity. 2 good things 2 things to improve Improve highlighted phrases (focus on punct, sentencing & clarity. Why not A?

A grade