Technical Writing Overview

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What is the purpose of an abstract?

An abstract is a condensed version or summary of the research study that proves the adequacy of the investigative strategy, the nature of the results, and the conclusions.

Which of the following is NOT a type of data classification mentioned?

  • Spatial Classification
  • Qualitative Classification
  • Quantitative Classification
  • Graphical Classification (correct)

A well-written article should include a useful ______.

instruction

Match the following style guides with their primary usage:

<p>Associated Press Style (AP) = Most used style by journalists and news writers Chicago Manual Style (CPS) = Mostly used in History writings Modern Language Association (MLA) = Most preferred style for humanities and literature American Psychological Association (APA) = Commonly used in social sciences American Medical Association (AMA) = Go-to manual for medical-related subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in an annotated bibliography?

<p>Annotated bibliographical information followed by a brief description of the content, its relevance as a source, and the quality of the source.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The main advantage of Google Docs is that it does not allow collaborative work.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the editorial process?

<p>Content Creation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of eliminating unnecessary elements in writing is known as ______.

<p>elimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Abstracts

  • Abstracts serve as concise summaries of research studies, covering the investigative strategy, results, and conclusions.
  • Include background, methods, results, and conclusions sections to provide a comprehensive overview.

Data Tables

  • Data can be classified qualitatively, quantitatively, temporally, or spatially.
  • Informative titles for graphs should immediately indicate what the viewer can expect.
  • Use keys to clarify graph elements and provide source acknowledgments in footnotes.

Articles

  • Selection of a relevant topic is essential.
  • Address audience needs and include valuable instructions within the content.
  • The writing process involves drafting, revising, and finalizing the text.

Writing Good Articles

  • Reading extensively improves writing quality.
  • Eliminate extraneous content and strive for originality.
  • Embrace constructive criticism and maintain a regular writing habit.

House Journals

  • House journals must maintain clear structures, consistent styles, and relevant content.

Bibliography

  • A bibliography lists all sources used, including books, journals, theses, government publications, and websites.
  • Annotated bibliographies feature brief descriptions of content relevance and source quality.

Style Guides and Manuals

  • Associated Press Style (AP) is widely used in journalism.
  • Chicago Manual Style (CMS) is preferred in historical writing.
  • Modern Language Association (MLA) is favored in the humanities.
  • American Psychological Association (APA) and American Medical Association (AMA) style guides cater to specific academic disciplines.

Editorial Process

  • The editorial process involves several stages: rewrites, substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, and ensuring error-free publishing.

Editorial Tools

  • Google Docs facilitates collaborative writing.
  • WordPress integrates easily with plugins like CoSchedule, ideal for blog management.
  • Scrivener supports authors focused on structuring extensive documents like books.

Authors and Editors

  • Key players in the publishing process include authors, peer reviewers, readers, publishers, and editors.

Activity: Bibliography Submission

  • Submit a bibliography on public lecture content using a whole sheet of yellow paper.
  • Include at least 10 citations, with a minimum of 3 books and 5 up-to-date journals.

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