Chapter 2 original presentation
- 1. Quiz Review of class norms Review of last week’s homework Discussion of Chapter 2 Finish Chapter 2 discussion Group Work Discuss Globalization and Chapter 3 The Writing Process (3X3) Grammar notes and activities Outline and discuss what is due next week
- 2. Arrive on time (points will be deducted after 10 minutes. It will count as an absence after 20 minutes.) Come back from breaks on time. If the door is closed, you are considered late. If you are utilizing your computer, it must be used for class purposes. The same rule applies to phones and texting.
- 3. Use textual evidence from the readings to support your answers. While opinion is appropriate, it must be supported by textual examples. Please check over for incorrect word usage (ware/wear; their, there, they’re; steel/steal). If unsure, look it up or have someone edit your paper. Your work must be your own. I will ask if I am in doubt.
- 4. Punctuation goes inside the quotation marks. Example: She said, “I do not want to go.” Avoid exclamation points in any writing save narrative. In business writing, exclamation points should be used judiciously The prompt may ask for your opinion, but be wary of the overuse of “I” and “Me.” Personal pronouns should be used sparingly.
- 5. Professionalism: the skill, good judgment, and polite behavior that is expected from a person who is trained to do a job well A high level of professionalism is expected when working with clients. She is highly respected for her professionalism.
- 6. This can be taught. The excuse of “this is just how I am” cannot be used in conjunction with professionalism. It is not being “fake,” but rather being human.
- 7. With the person next to you, discuss a time when you have witnessed an incredibly professional person. What were some dominate traits that really stood out?
- 8. Conversely: Describe a time when you have witnessed an incredibly unprofessional person. What was the situation? What are some dominant characteristics of an unprofessional person?
- 9. What aspects of our readings and discussions last week can be linked to professionalism?
- 10. Collaboration is a key component in regards to professionalism. Review “Zooming in…Fed Ex.” (pgs. 39 and 43)
- 11. Education Expereince Hard skills Soft skills What can you control?
- 12. Forming—the getting to know you phase Storming—define roles and responsibilities. Could produce conflict. Norming—clairified roles, jobs are understood, information is shared Performing—ability to work together and perform. Members work together without grudges. Review 2.1—Have you seen these types of issues?
- 13. Page 44—take notes on the six steps. Are they realistic? Which do you feel are not? Community Clip
- 14. Discuss the Ethics Check on Page 45 with the person next to you. Be prepared to discuss.
- 15. Participate Actively and Productively Review the aspects of page 52. Which are easier than others to adhere to? Listening “ No one ever listened himself out of a job.” President Calvin Coolidge. What does this mean?
- 16. Superiors Colleagues and Teammates Customers Review these types of listening and how to build powerful listening skills. Which of the skills mentioned on page 60 is the easiest to implement? Which is the hardest? Why?
- 17. Eye contact Facial expressions Posture/ gestures Time Space Territory Appearance of Documents Appearance of People
- 18. Discuss these concepts. Which do you struggle with more than the others? Why?
- 19. Page 72 2 and 3
- 20. You will be put into groups of 3. Complete the assigned task within your group regarding the prompts on page 73. Assign one person to lead the discussion and keep people on task Assign one person to write out the answers for submission Assign one person to watch the time so that everyone finishes within the given time frame. Choose one person to present problem and findings to class.
- 21. Review page 95 (Checklist) Review 103 (Summary of Learning Objectives)
- 22. Questions to consider: How is business writing different from other types of writing? It is: Purposeful Persuasive Economical Audience Oriented
- 23. View Video Prewriting/Writing/Revising Response—Is this relevant? How many of you already approach writing in this fashion? Review page 131 Copyright infringement Complete Assignment on page 135 (4.10) Be prepared to discuss
- 24. Independently review APA pages 215-236 in the Writers FAQ book. Also review C3-5 in the Guffey book
- 25. Active Voice Passive Voice Fragment Run-On Sentences Comma Splice Independent Clause Dependent Clause Phrase Define these terms, and then complete 5.4-5.6 in groups of two. I will collect. Use A 2-4 in Guffey to help.
- 26. KISS Omit all clichés and slang terminology (169) Review this chapter and use as a constant reference.
- 27. Review Business Letters Share with partner and whole group Comments?
- 28. Read Chapters 8,10, 11-14 Chapter 10: 295-322 Chapter 11: 340-345 Figure 11.4 Chapter 12: 380-403, 404-412 Chapter 14: 457-466 Review 470-476 Appendix: A6-9 (Guides 11-18) Appendix: A10-12 (Guides 21-26)
- 29. Complete: Nonprofit Report Presentations by group members Pages 158 5.4 and 5.5 to submit 5.12 group discussion Read 477-78 and complete 14.3 Review 483-485 if necessary (depends on your personal skill level)