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Use the quizzes on this page to test your knowledge of reflective writing. Academic reflection: Quick quiz Features of DIEP...
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Do you have information such as raw data or graphs that you think are too long or distracting to put into the body of your assignment? Keep reading to find out how appendices could be used to solve this problem. An appendix is a section at the end of an...
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The use of signalling and transition words (also referred to as signposting), helps you show your audience how the presentation is structured and how ideas relate to each other. Connecting the parts We can also create cohesion in our talks by linking the different sections together. One way that we...
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Part of the mark you receive for your presentation will be given for the way your information is delivered. For this, your marker will consider things like your voice, your body language and gestures, your slides and your engagement with the audience. Here are some tips for maximising your marks...
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Getting off to a strong start is one of the keys to successful group work. This page will guide you through the initial stages of group assignments. Here’s a guide to help you through the initial stages: The first steps Initial meeting goals Introduce yourselves to each other. Discuss your...
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There are as many structures for a report as there are reasons for writing one. The differences between reports occur chiefly in the body. This page provides you with information about the different sections that can be found in a report and what information should be included in them. Reports...
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Providing peer feedback is an art that requires sensitivity and thoughtful explanations. Mastering this skill will enable you to give respectful and constructive feedback, which will enhance the learning experience for both you and your peers. Use the rubric The assignment rubric tells us what the person marking our work...
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This checklist is a great way to make sure you have included the necessary features in your report. Check that your report has the following features: Are all parts of your assignment task covered? In relevant sections? Have you used conventional report format and structure? Are there well-structured sections where...
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A risk matrix is a matrix that is used during risk assessment to define the level of risk by considering the category of probability or likelihood against the category of consequence severity. This is a simple mechanism to increase the visibility of risks and assist management decision making. Select each...
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Reports from different areas and industries vary in their structure. This page features some examples of common report structures. The highlighted headings and subheadings show some of the differences between reports in different fields of practice or for different purposes....
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Tables and figures are useful in your assignment writing because they can summarise data or complex information in a more readable way. However, you should only use them if they assist the reader to understand. What's the difference between a table and a figure? There are different writing conventions for...
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Most presentations are accompanied by visuals in the form of slides. When well-designed, they can make a presentation come to life and complement what you say. When designed poorly, they can confuse the audience. On this page, we unpack the elements that make visuals effective. Less is more Busy slides...
