Academic english iii Oct. 27, 2014

Today Continue Paper 2: - Problem –Solution writing

Paper 2 You will write a report. The content and writing style are similar to an essay, but the organization is slightly different.

Paper 2 A report is usually divided into sections with headings. Example: Introduction Current situation Suggestions for action Conclusion

Paper 2 A report is usually divided into sections with headings. Example: Literature review Methodology Results Discussion

Paper 2 - Info Report - Divided into sections (using headings)  Introduction, situation, solutions, conclusion - Length approx. 6 – 8 pages (not counting cover sheet and references list) - References: At least 7 references NOTE: Do not use citefast.com

Paper 2 - Info Tables/Figures: At least one table or figure

Problem – Solution Basic Structure Most important is that the key elements of problem-solution writing are addressed. - Identification of the problem. - Situation (information necessary for understanding the problem) - Identification of solution(s) - Evaluation of solution(s)

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) The problem must be generally acknowledged as a problem.  Conduct some research on problems that you are somewhat familiar with. - Find one that interests you. - One for which solutions are feasible. For this assignment, your problem cannot be a Korean problem (i.e., settling the Dok-do disputes).

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) After choosing your problem, you must collect information that will be necessary for the reader to properly appreciate the problem. This information will be used for the “Situation” section of the paper.

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) Information to address in the Situation: - What are the causes of the problem? - Why did it happen? - Who does it affect? - What are the effects of the problem? - Why is it a problem? - What will happen if the problem is not addressed?

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) Example problem: - Library’s operating hours are too short Or not enough space for studying - Smoking in the non-smoking area - Distance of dorm to the campus - Lack of free parking

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) Example problem: Not enough space in the KMU library - What are the causes of the problem? No time limit for students - School is trying to save money w/ energy saving policy, therefore other floors are closed after 10 p.m. Some students (e.g. students with laptops) take more space than other students The library is too small, overall  Lack of funds/financial support for building more space - Why did it happen?

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) Example problem: Not enough space in the library - What are the causes of the problem? No time limit for students - School is trying to save money w/ energy saving policy, therefore other floors are closed after 10 p.m. Some students (e.g. students with laptops) take more space than other students The library is too small, overall Lack of funds/financial support for building more space - - Why did it happen? - Increased student traffic during exam periods (~25,000 students at KMU, floor space = ___m^2)

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) i.e., Not enough space in the library - Who does it affect? - KMU professors and students - Library staff and administration - What are the effects of the problem? Wasted time for students Reputation of the school suffers Pressure to leave if desk is reserved

Identifying and explaining problem (situation) i.e., - What will happen if the problem is not addressed? Assignment: Write one paragraph using the details from these questions.

Explain solutions Wh -

Evaluate solutions STRENGTHS - explain why the solution is “good” Shortcomings - Justify

Solution section - ideas Solution 1 - details of solution - evaluation of solution - State the solution: “One solution to X is to SOLUTION” - Give sufficient details to allow the reader to adequately understand what the solution is.

Solution Paragraphs Give sufficient details to allow the reader to adequately understand what the solution is. “One way to increase the number of Japanese tourists in Korea is advertising.” - Obviously, this is insufficient. - The writer must be specific about advertising: - Where? - What kind? - Who is the target? - What the solution is, exactly, must be explained.

Solution section - Evaluation Evaluating the solution: -What are the steps that must be taken for the solution to be implemented/for the solution to work? - Who will be involved - Timeframe - How - Where - Costs

Solution Paragraphs - Evaluation Evaluating the solution: - Feasibility: How possible/practical is your solution? - What are the main advantages?  How can it address the problem? - What are possible issues/disadvantages/objections?  Can these be justified, or overcome?

Solution - State what the solution is. Explain the solution (provide necessary details) - Evaluate the solution  Why this is an effective solution  Strengths  Drawbacks/shortcomings - How to justify the drawbacks

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