Strategies for Effective Communication

1027.1.2 : Written Strategies and Techniques
The learner incorporates writing strategies and techniques for written communication.
1027.1.3 :
The learner constructs a written document with the correct format, style, structure, and grammar.
INTRODUCTION

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Efficient communication of information and logical organization allow your reader to absorb your message with as few barriers as possible. Producing text that adheres to appropriate stylistic and grammatical standards will help you demonstrate professionalism.

For this task, you will write a short essay with a central purpose for a specific audience of your choice using a specific expository structure. You may use one of the sample topics from the attached list, “List of Possible Topics,” or you may choose a topic of your own. Your essay should be well organized and should present information in a logical sequence with a clear beginning and end.
REQUIREMENTS

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Your submission must be your original work. No more than a combined total of 30% of the submission and no more than a 10% match to any one individual source can be directly quoted or closely paraphrased from sources, even if cited correctly. The similarity report that is provided when you submit your task can be used as a guide.

You must use the rubric to direct the creation of your submission because it provides detailed criteria that will be used to evaluate your work. Each requirement below may be evaluated by more than one rubric aspect. The rubric aspect titles may contain hyperlinks to relevant portions of the course.

Tasks may not be submitted as cloud links, such as links to Google Docs, Google Slides, OneDrive, etc., unless specified in the task requirements. All other submissions must be file types that are uploaded and submitted as attachments (e.g., .docx, .pdf, .ppt).

A. Compose an essay (suggested length of 2–3 pages) for a professional audience using one of the following expository structures:

• cause or effect essay (e.g., describe possible causes or effects of stress in the workplace)
• solution proposal essay (e.g., propose one or more possible solutions for low employee morale)
• compare and contrast essay (e.g., evaluate the benefits or disadvantages of an existing or proposed policy in your workplace)

Note: For your essay, you can select a topic from the list provided or you can use a topic based on your own professional interests. In addition, you will need to clearly describe the specific, real-world purpose and audience for your essay.

1. Include the following components in your essay:
   a. an introduction that establishes the topic and overtly describes a specific purpose and intended audience for the essay
   b. a thesis statement that previews 2–4 main points and aligns with the chosen expository mode
   c. body paragraphs that include clear main points aligned with the thesis statement
   d. appropriate development of the body of the essay
   e. transitions
   f. a conclusion that summarizes the essay without introducing new information

B. Acknowledge sources, using in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

C. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.