J.C. Mathes and Dwight W. Stevenson
Audience Analysis: The Problem and a Solution
1) It is false to assume that the person addressed is the audience.
2) It is false to assume that the audience is a group of specialists in the field.
3) It is false to assume that the report has a finite period of use.
4) It is false to assume that the author and the audience always will be available for reference.
5) It is false to assume that the audience is familiar with the assignment.
6) It is false to assume that the audience has been involved in daily discussions of the material.
7) It is false to assume that the audience awaits the report.
8) It is false to assume that the audience has time to read the report.
Classifying Audiences
horizontal- audiences exist on each level
vertical-audiences exist between levels
external- audiences exist when any unit interacts with a separate organization
A More Effective Procedure
1) Prepare an egocentric organization chart to identify the individual report readers
-identifies specific individuals rather than complex organizational units
-categorizes people in terms of their proximity to the report writer
2) characterize these readers
-operational- identify specific differences between his or her role and yours
-objective- specific, relevant background date about the person
-personal- issues that could influence his or hers response to your report, age, name, etc
3) classify the readers to establish priorities
-trace communication routes throughout the chart, see how these effect response
primary- those who make decisions or act on the basis of information a report contains
secondary- those who are affected be the decisions and actions
immediate- those who route the report or transmit the information it contains
Richard W. Dodge: "What to Report"
Engineering reports- define all the problems, set forth the objectives, give the reasons for doing the work, then follow with conclusions and end with the recommendations
*The writer of a report for management should write at a technical level suitable for a reader whose educational and experience background is in a field different from his own
Management Responsibilities
1) Define the project and required reports
2) Provide proper perspective for the project and the required reporting
3) See that effective reports are submitted on time
4) See that the reports are properly distributed
*4 step conference method: beginning, completion of investigation, after report is outlined and after the report is written
Christian K. Arnold: The Writing of Abstracts
*most important part of the paper
-provides the specialist in the field with enough info about the report to permit him to decide whether he could read it with profit and it provides the administrator or executive with enough knowledge about what has been done in the study or project and what results to satisfy most of his administrative needs
1) your abstract much include enough specific information about the project or study to satisfy most of the administrative needs of a busy executive
2) must be a self-contained unit, a complete report-in-miniature
3) must be short
4) must be written in fluent, easy-to-read prose
5) must be consistent in tone and emphases with the report paper, but it does not need to follow the arrangement, wording, or proportion of the original
6) should make the widest possible use of abbreviations and numerals, but it must not conain any tables or illustrations
Vincent Vinci- The Report Writing Pitfalls: How to Avoid Them
1) ignoring your audience
2) writing to impress
3) having more than one aim
4) being inconsistent
5) overqualifying
6) not defining
7) misintroducing
8) dazzling with data
9) not highlighting
10) not rewriting
Talking Points
1) How many times have you written an email and just assumed it was going to the person you addressed but later find out that it has reached "outsiders." College is some way sets us up for this. We are taught to write to one professor when we are writing a paper or mid term. Then when we go to write an email we assume the same audience, the one whom you are sending the email too. This also causes a problem in the business world when you mean to write only to your supervisor but your manager and the President of the company see your work. The problem arises here that not only did the wrong people see your work but you only put as much information is your writing as your supervisor needs who is very familiar with your work. Your manager and President may think you are slacking because you are being so short and to the point. (171-72)
2) I think that the term "immediate audience" is all most null and void in today's era. I think that there is rarely a middle mad to transmit information. Most documents are sent vial email directly to the source. There is no real need to go through a supervisor or secretary when you can just go through the internet. (184)
3) I too believe that the abstract is the most important part of the paper. I think that it is often what catches your eye and entices you to read the rest of the report. I have myself been guilty of reading and abstract and skipping the rest of the paper because it did not catch my eye. I think that it is also true that abstracts are often looked over because they are usually the final thing that most writers get too in the writing process. At that time they are tired of writing and just want to be done so they put anything down on paper to fill space when in reality they are shooting themselves in the foot. (195-96)
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Final Draft Proposal
Executive summary
The topic for this project came about in discussing the confusion that occurs on Clemson University’s campus on home football game Saturdays as 80,000 people merge onto a small town of approximately 7.4 square miles of land and with a population of only 11,939. Today, Clemson fans from all experience levels are facing increased regulations on game day tailgating. With IPTAY bearing down on their game day guidelines and taking away what used to be student tailgating spots, both students and alumni are less happy. Tailgating is still a huge tradition at Clemson University for students, alumni, and fans. It is incredibly exciting and fun experience to witness and arguable one of the best game day experiences. In order to make the most out of one’s experience it is important to be prepared and to know how to have a great tailgating experience. Fans are faced with increased traffic delays, students lack no general student tailgate areas and all are losing out on the Clemson game day tailgating tradition. A great tailgating experience can be achieved through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities, and with our website we will be able to offer advice to alleviate some of the problems and present some solutions.
Introduction
Many Clemson fans travel to the small town of Clemson, South Carolina about seven weekend each fall to experience tailgating on campus. Many of those alumni come into the small town with no previous knowledge on where to park and how to operate an official tailgate. Many of the students, new and old, are at a loss to where they can tailgate. With the constant changing of parking guidelines and IPTAY regulations it can be confusing as to what a Clemson fan can and cannot do on game day. Not only that but many of these fans do not know how to operate an effective and enjoyable tailgate once they obtain a parking spot. With the right knowledge about parking and the essential elements of a great tailgate all Clemson fans can experience the game day atmosphere at its best. Too many people go without the great experience of Clemson tailgating on Saturdays in the fall and that does not need to happen. Our current involvement with Greek tailgating along with our Student Government ties will allow us to give a new perspective to Clemson Tiger fans. We will provide the essentials to a great tailgate and leave room for some creative additions. It is our hope that all Clemson Tiger fans can have the tailgating experience they deserve.
Body
The tailgating experience at Clemson University for football games is truly an amazing spectacle and something to behold. Unfortunately it can become a very chaotic experience. The tailgating experience all starts with packing and planning. People can really improve their tailgating experience by planning their trip properly and packing those necessary and luxury items that make a good tailgate great. Traffic can be very bad as some 80,000 people move into a small college town for a day. It is essential that people know how long of a drive it will take for different games to ensure that they get to the game in plenty of time to catch kickoff and tailgate. Not only this but the ability to determine the areas that are available for tailgating depending on your classification as a Clemson fan. For instance, if you are an IPTAY member you must know your designated spot on campus for parking and utilize that to the fullest extent. On the other hand if you are a student on campus the spaces to tailgate are much more limited and your ability to navigate these areas and utilize them to their full potential is key on game days. Many students do not know where they can and cannot park, along with alumni and new Clemson fans. There is a need for a clearer designation so that all levels of Clemson fans can find their place in the tailgating scene. Traffic, parking, and directions are the first and last part of the tailgating experience and really set the tone. There are also a lot of unknown tips that only experience veteran tailgaters know.
Some people say that the key to a great tailgate is the food. Tailgaters are often unaware of great recipes for tailgates that are easy to prepare on site. Drinking is another huge part of tailgating and for some the most important. It is thus important to know the laws as well as some great drinks to make and pack for your tailgate. Once people get to their tailgate and set everything up, then what do they do? Bringing along great accessories such as televisions and satellites, games, and other entertainment is yet another way that they can turn a good tailgate into a great one. Tailgating is about being social with your friends, family, and Clemson community, and the right food, drinks, and tailgate setup can really facilitate a wonderful experience. Finally, on of the most crucial parts of the tailgating experience involves the rituals and traditions rooted in the years of Clemson football. Many alumni have been coming to TigerTown for over twenty, even some over fifty years. We will elude to the tricks of the trade and provide some interesting game day rituals that should be imitated.
We are going to conduct extensive research on the topic. Our chief source of information will come from studying game day conditions and different tailgates throughout Clemson. We will give up our tailgating experience to go around and get stories from the many Clemson fans who know how to do it best. IPTAY will be a valuable resource throughout our project as many of their rules and regulations determine where a majority of Clemson fans can tailgate on game days. Students will be a valuable resource as they will be able to provide first hand horror stories and triumphs. We are also going to tap into online resources on the subject and experiment with them at our own tailgates.
We are actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization, and experience tailgater from Greenville, SC where a large number of out of town Clemson Alumni and fans commute from on game days. Not only that but we are highly involved with Student government here at Clemson which is constantly looking for ways to include students in the tailgating scene. With the recent loss of several student tailgating lots there is a currently no official student tailgate areas besides the Greek quag. This causes students to find creative ways on game days to tailgate. As Student Government finds ways to accommodate students we will work closely with them to determine the best route to take with student tailgating as well as alumni tailgating on campus.
Our proposal for writing will be submitted on September 25th 2008. On approval the Draft of document will be submitted October 16th. On November 13th our Technology preview will be turned in. On December 4th our final project will be delivered to the class. The following proposal outline will guide our actions for the course of the semester allowing us to effectively asses the tailgate situation on campus.
Key
field studies
submissions of work
study/work
Date Event
20-Sep-08 SC State Tailgate Study
21-Sep-08 online research
25-Sep-08 Writing Proposal
27-Sep-08 Maryland Tailgate Study
9-Oct-08 Wake Forest (Away) Tailgate Study
13-Oct-08 Writing Center Preview
16-Oct-08 Draft of document
18-Oct-08 Georgia Tech. Tailgate Study
19-Dec-08 creation of website
13-Nov-08 Technology preview
29-Nov-08 South Carolina Tailgate Study
4-Dec-08 Class Presentations
(should explain the complete details of the solution: how the job will be done, broken into separate tasks; what method will be used to do it, including the equipment, material, and personnel that would be required; when the work will begin; and, when the job will be completed. It should also present a detailed cost breakdown for the entire job.)
Conclusion
Tailgating should be a bright spot of the Clemson experience where as for some it is a headache. The long traffic lines to and from the game, the hassles finding a place to tailgate and the pain of setting up a tailgate and breaking it down all in a period of twelve hours can be painstaking. We will provide to Clemson fans of all ages and backgrounds the information necessary to run an efficient tailgate on game day. Not only that but will provide some essentials to make their tailgate a truly Clemson experience. Real life stories and advice will be the main source of guidance along with IPTAY rules and regulations. Our involvement on campus and experience tailgating lends itself perfectly to allow us to give an unbiased view of game day at Clemson. It is our goal that everyone have the same great tailgating experience that we have had over the past years, there is no reason why this shouldn’t be the case. Clemson tailgating is a truly unique experience and we will show you why with this project.
The topic for this project came about in discussing the confusion that occurs on Clemson University’s campus on home football game Saturdays as 80,000 people merge onto a small town of approximately 7.4 square miles of land and with a population of only 11,939. Today, Clemson fans from all experience levels are facing increased regulations on game day tailgating. With IPTAY bearing down on their game day guidelines and taking away what used to be student tailgating spots, both students and alumni are less happy. Tailgating is still a huge tradition at Clemson University for students, alumni, and fans. It is incredibly exciting and fun experience to witness and arguable one of the best game day experiences. In order to make the most out of one’s experience it is important to be prepared and to know how to have a great tailgating experience. Fans are faced with increased traffic delays, students lack no general student tailgate areas and all are losing out on the Clemson game day tailgating tradition. A great tailgating experience can be achieved through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities, and with our website we will be able to offer advice to alleviate some of the problems and present some solutions.
Introduction
Many Clemson fans travel to the small town of Clemson, South Carolina about seven weekend each fall to experience tailgating on campus. Many of those alumni come into the small town with no previous knowledge on where to park and how to operate an official tailgate. Many of the students, new and old, are at a loss to where they can tailgate. With the constant changing of parking guidelines and IPTAY regulations it can be confusing as to what a Clemson fan can and cannot do on game day. Not only that but many of these fans do not know how to operate an effective and enjoyable tailgate once they obtain a parking spot. With the right knowledge about parking and the essential elements of a great tailgate all Clemson fans can experience the game day atmosphere at its best. Too many people go without the great experience of Clemson tailgating on Saturdays in the fall and that does not need to happen. Our current involvement with Greek tailgating along with our Student Government ties will allow us to give a new perspective to Clemson Tiger fans. We will provide the essentials to a great tailgate and leave room for some creative additions. It is our hope that all Clemson Tiger fans can have the tailgating experience they deserve.
Body
The tailgating experience at Clemson University for football games is truly an amazing spectacle and something to behold. Unfortunately it can become a very chaotic experience. The tailgating experience all starts with packing and planning. People can really improve their tailgating experience by planning their trip properly and packing those necessary and luxury items that make a good tailgate great. Traffic can be very bad as some 80,000 people move into a small college town for a day. It is essential that people know how long of a drive it will take for different games to ensure that they get to the game in plenty of time to catch kickoff and tailgate. Not only this but the ability to determine the areas that are available for tailgating depending on your classification as a Clemson fan. For instance, if you are an IPTAY member you must know your designated spot on campus for parking and utilize that to the fullest extent. On the other hand if you are a student on campus the spaces to tailgate are much more limited and your ability to navigate these areas and utilize them to their full potential is key on game days. Many students do not know where they can and cannot park, along with alumni and new Clemson fans. There is a need for a clearer designation so that all levels of Clemson fans can find their place in the tailgating scene. Traffic, parking, and directions are the first and last part of the tailgating experience and really set the tone. There are also a lot of unknown tips that only experience veteran tailgaters know.
Some people say that the key to a great tailgate is the food. Tailgaters are often unaware of great recipes for tailgates that are easy to prepare on site. Drinking is another huge part of tailgating and for some the most important. It is thus important to know the laws as well as some great drinks to make and pack for your tailgate. Once people get to their tailgate and set everything up, then what do they do? Bringing along great accessories such as televisions and satellites, games, and other entertainment is yet another way that they can turn a good tailgate into a great one. Tailgating is about being social with your friends, family, and Clemson community, and the right food, drinks, and tailgate setup can really facilitate a wonderful experience. Finally, on of the most crucial parts of the tailgating experience involves the rituals and traditions rooted in the years of Clemson football. Many alumni have been coming to TigerTown for over twenty, even some over fifty years. We will elude to the tricks of the trade and provide some interesting game day rituals that should be imitated.
We are going to conduct extensive research on the topic. Our chief source of information will come from studying game day conditions and different tailgates throughout Clemson. We will give up our tailgating experience to go around and get stories from the many Clemson fans who know how to do it best. IPTAY will be a valuable resource throughout our project as many of their rules and regulations determine where a majority of Clemson fans can tailgate on game days. Students will be a valuable resource as they will be able to provide first hand horror stories and triumphs. We are also going to tap into online resources on the subject and experiment with them at our own tailgates.
We are actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization, and experience tailgater from Greenville, SC where a large number of out of town Clemson Alumni and fans commute from on game days. Not only that but we are highly involved with Student government here at Clemson which is constantly looking for ways to include students in the tailgating scene. With the recent loss of several student tailgating lots there is a currently no official student tailgate areas besides the Greek quag. This causes students to find creative ways on game days to tailgate. As Student Government finds ways to accommodate students we will work closely with them to determine the best route to take with student tailgating as well as alumni tailgating on campus.
Our proposal for writing will be submitted on September 25th 2008. On approval the Draft of document will be submitted October 16th. On November 13th our Technology preview will be turned in. On December 4th our final project will be delivered to the class. The following proposal outline will guide our actions for the course of the semester allowing us to effectively asses the tailgate situation on campus.
Key
field studies
submissions of work
study/work
Date Event
20-Sep-08 SC State Tailgate Study
21-Sep-08 online research
25-Sep-08 Writing Proposal
27-Sep-08 Maryland Tailgate Study
9-Oct-08 Wake Forest (Away) Tailgate Study
13-Oct-08 Writing Center Preview
16-Oct-08 Draft of document
18-Oct-08 Georgia Tech. Tailgate Study
19-Dec-08 creation of website
13-Nov-08 Technology preview
29-Nov-08 South Carolina Tailgate Study
4-Dec-08 Class Presentations
(should explain the complete details of the solution: how the job will be done, broken into separate tasks; what method will be used to do it, including the equipment, material, and personnel that would be required; when the work will begin; and, when the job will be completed. It should also present a detailed cost breakdown for the entire job.)
Conclusion
Tailgating should be a bright spot of the Clemson experience where as for some it is a headache. The long traffic lines to and from the game, the hassles finding a place to tailgate and the pain of setting up a tailgate and breaking it down all in a period of twelve hours can be painstaking. We will provide to Clemson fans of all ages and backgrounds the information necessary to run an efficient tailgate on game day. Not only that but will provide some essentials to make their tailgate a truly Clemson experience. Real life stories and advice will be the main source of guidance along with IPTAY rules and regulations. Our involvement on campus and experience tailgating lends itself perfectly to allow us to give an unbiased view of game day at Clemson. It is our goal that everyone have the same great tailgating experience that we have had over the past years, there is no reason why this shouldn’t be the case. Clemson tailgating is a truly unique experience and we will show you why with this project.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Part 3 readings
David Lewis: Making your correspondence get results-letters, memos and emails
1) Write for him, not to him
2) Personalize your letters
3) Mastering Tone
4) Write more the way you talk- first step is vocabulary
Allan A. Glatthorn: "I have some bad news for you"
1) The successful manager is people sensitive and able to empathize with others
2) Remember that bad news is best delivered face to face
3) Remember that everyone values honesty and forthrightness
Indirect-Thanks...Because...Sorry...Thanks.
a) you want further contact with the petitioner
b) you want to project the image of a caring individual
c) you believe that the petitioner won't be able to handle a more direct statement
Direct-Thanks...Sorry...Because...Thanks.
a) you want to slam the door shut, discouraging any other request from that petitioner
b) you want to project an image of toughness and directness
c) you are addressing an individual who prefers forthrightness and equates indirectness with softness or dishonesty
Harold K. Mintz: How to Write Better Memos
-Memos answer three basic questions
1) What are the facts?
2) What do they mean?
3) What do we do now?
*organization is key with memos, you need to catch the readers attention as soon as possible
John S. Fielden and Ronald E. Dulek: How to Use Bottom-Line Writing in Corporate Communications
-length of the memos a problem but also the efficiency of the memo plays a role
-comprehension time is key
Principles of Bottom-Line Reporting
Principle 1: State your purpose first unless there are overriding reasons not to do so
Principle 2: State your purpose first, even if you believe your readers need a briefing before they can fully understand the purpose of your communication
Principle 3: Present information in order of its importance to the reader
Principle 4: Put information of dubious utility or questionable importance to the reader into an appendix or attachment
Principle 5: In persuasive situations, where do you not know how your reader will react to what you ask for, state your request at the start
Principle 6: Think twice before being direct in negative messages upward
*we have been raised to be indirect, direct reactions are looked to as rude and inappropriate
Janis Fisher Chan: Email- Presenting a Professional Image
*use active, concise, specific language and plain English that communicate clearly and accurately
*write grammatically correct sentences that convey complete thoughts and flow smoothly
*use gender-neutral language when possible
-use plural instead of singular pronouns
-eliminate the pronoun altogether
-speak directly to your reader
-structure the sentence so you can use "who"
*avoid common errors of punctuation
"Talking Points"
1) The importance of "tone" in letters if key. I never sat and thought how much an impact a few words can be in a letter to a colleague. Tone is in a way your personality in print and you want to choose your words carefully in order to send the correct message to your reader. (page 122-24)
2) I think it is humorous how much our social upbringing effects our ability to be direct in the work place. We were programmed to be nice to everyone and that we are not to hurt people's feelings. It is hard when we must be direct to a person at work. We do not know how to act and tend to revert to the ways we have been brought up. (page 142-43)
3) The use of mass email and its effects on organizations. The way people perceive you in your organization, etc.
1) Write for him, not to him
2) Personalize your letters
3) Mastering Tone
4) Write more the way you talk- first step is vocabulary
Allan A. Glatthorn: "I have some bad news for you"
1) The successful manager is people sensitive and able to empathize with others
2) Remember that bad news is best delivered face to face
3) Remember that everyone values honesty and forthrightness
Indirect-Thanks...Because...Sorry...Thanks.
a) you want further contact with the petitioner
b) you want to project the image of a caring individual
c) you believe that the petitioner won't be able to handle a more direct statement
Direct-Thanks...Sorry...Because...Thanks.
a) you want to slam the door shut, discouraging any other request from that petitioner
b) you want to project an image of toughness and directness
c) you are addressing an individual who prefers forthrightness and equates indirectness with softness or dishonesty
Harold K. Mintz: How to Write Better Memos
-Memos answer three basic questions
1) What are the facts?
2) What do they mean?
3) What do we do now?
*organization is key with memos, you need to catch the readers attention as soon as possible
John S. Fielden and Ronald E. Dulek: How to Use Bottom-Line Writing in Corporate Communications
-length of the memos a problem but also the efficiency of the memo plays a role
-comprehension time is key
Principles of Bottom-Line Reporting
Principle 1: State your purpose first unless there are overriding reasons not to do so
Principle 2: State your purpose first, even if you believe your readers need a briefing before they can fully understand the purpose of your communication
Principle 3: Present information in order of its importance to the reader
Principle 4: Put information of dubious utility or questionable importance to the reader into an appendix or attachment
Principle 5: In persuasive situations, where do you not know how your reader will react to what you ask for, state your request at the start
Principle 6: Think twice before being direct in negative messages upward
*we have been raised to be indirect, direct reactions are looked to as rude and inappropriate
Janis Fisher Chan: Email- Presenting a Professional Image
*use active, concise, specific language and plain English that communicate clearly and accurately
*write grammatically correct sentences that convey complete thoughts and flow smoothly
*use gender-neutral language when possible
-use plural instead of singular pronouns
-eliminate the pronoun altogether
-speak directly to your reader
-structure the sentence so you can use "who"
*avoid common errors of punctuation
"Talking Points"
1) The importance of "tone" in letters if key. I never sat and thought how much an impact a few words can be in a letter to a colleague. Tone is in a way your personality in print and you want to choose your words carefully in order to send the correct message to your reader. (page 122-24)
2) I think it is humorous how much our social upbringing effects our ability to be direct in the work place. We were programmed to be nice to everyone and that we are not to hurt people's feelings. It is hard when we must be direct to a person at work. We do not know how to act and tend to revert to the ways we have been brought up. (page 142-43)
3) The use of mass email and its effects on organizations. The way people perceive you in your organization, etc.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Problem Statement
Problem Statement
Whats is the context of problem?
What is the problem?
How are you going to solve the problem?
1) Many Clemson fans believe they know the best way to tailgate on game days in the fall. Most though do not realize the possibilities to enhance their tailgating experience in Clemson. They need to know the essentials of parking, food and drink, as well as game day rituals in order to maximize their experience. We will provide Clemson fans of all experience level a website that they can access from anywhere in the world to find anything from parking tips to the best yard games around. Even those fans who have been tailgating in Clemson for years will be able to benefit from our Clemson game day website.
2)
Clemson fans on football game days want to experience the best possible football tailgating experience. More then likely they are having an amazing time tailgating because its hard not to at Clemson. There are however many things they can do to enhance their tailgating experience. We will explain through a website how fans can go about enhancing their tailgating experience through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities. By using this website all Clemson tailgaters will be able to benefit.
3) Clemson fans from all experience levels are facing increased regulations on game day tailgating. With IPTAY bearing down on their game day guidelines and taking away what used to be student tailgating spots, both students and alumni are not happy. Fans are faced with increased traffic delays, students lack no general student tailgate areas and all are losing out on the Clemson game day tailgating tradition. With our website we will be able to offer advice to alleviate some of these problems. Not only will we provide parking maps and other viable tailgating spaces for students we will also list the necessaties of creating the perfect tailgate experience.
Whats is the context of problem?
What is the problem?
How are you going to solve the problem?
1) Many Clemson fans believe they know the best way to tailgate on game days in the fall. Most though do not realize the possibilities to enhance their tailgating experience in Clemson. They need to know the essentials of parking, food and drink, as well as game day rituals in order to maximize their experience. We will provide Clemson fans of all experience level a website that they can access from anywhere in the world to find anything from parking tips to the best yard games around. Even those fans who have been tailgating in Clemson for years will be able to benefit from our Clemson game day website.
2)
Clemson fans on football game days want to experience the best possible football tailgating experience. More then likely they are having an amazing time tailgating because its hard not to at Clemson. There are however many things they can do to enhance their tailgating experience. We will explain through a website how fans can go about enhancing their tailgating experience through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities. By using this website all Clemson tailgaters will be able to benefit.
3) Clemson fans from all experience levels are facing increased regulations on game day tailgating. With IPTAY bearing down on their game day guidelines and taking away what used to be student tailgating spots, both students and alumni are not happy. Fans are faced with increased traffic delays, students lack no general student tailgate areas and all are losing out on the Clemson game day tailgating tradition. With our website we will be able to offer advice to alleviate some of these problems. Not only will we provide parking maps and other viable tailgating spaces for students we will also list the necessaties of creating the perfect tailgate experience.
Project Proposal
Proposal for Writing
Tailgating Guide to Clemson Football
James Sharkey & Kyle Roedersheimer
Executive summary
The topic for this project came about in discussing the confusion that occurs on Clemson University’s campus on home football game Saturday as 80,000 people merge onto a small town of approximately 7.4 square miles of land and with a population of only 11,939. Tailgating is a huge tradition at Clemson University for students, alumni, and fans. It is incredibly fun experience to witness. In order to make the most out of one’s experience it is important to be prepared and to know how to have a great tailgating experience. This can be achieved through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities.
Introduction
Many Clemson fans travel to the small town of Clemson, South Carolina about seven weekend each fall to experience tailgating on campus. Many of those alumni come into the small town with no previous knowledge on where to park and how to operate an official tailgate. Many of the students, new and old, are at a loss to where they can tailgate. With the constant changing of parking guidelines and IPTAY regulations it can be confusing as to what a Clemson fan can and cannot do on game day. Not only that but many of these fans do not know how to operate an effective and enjoyable tailgate once they obtain a parking spot. With the right knowledge about parking and the essential elements of a great tailgate all Clemson fans can experience the game day atmosphere at its best. Too many people go without the great experience of Clemson tailgating on Saturdays in the fall and that does not need to happen. Our current involvement with Greek tailgating along with our Student Government ties will allow us to give a new perspective to Clemson Tiger fans. We will provide the essentials to a great tailgate and leave room for some creative additions. It is our hope that all Clemson Tiger fans can have the tailgating experience they deserve.
Body
The tailgating experience at Clemson University for football games is truly an amazing spectacle and something to behold. Unfortunately it can become a very chaotic experience. The tailgating experience all starts with packing and planning. People can really improve their tailgating experience by planning their trip properly and packing those necessary and luxury items that make a good tailgate great. Traffic can be very bad as some 80,000 people move into a small college town for a day. It is essential that people know how long of a drive it will take for different games to ensure that they get to the game in plenty of time to catch kickoff and tailgate. Not only this but the ability to determine the areas that are available for tailgating depending on your classification as a Clemson fan. For instance, if you are an IPTAY member you must know your designated spot on campus for parking and utilize that to the fullest extent. On the other hand if you are a student on campus the spaces to tailgate are much more limited and your ability to navigate these areas and utilize them to their full potential is key on game days. Many students do not know where they can and cannot park, along with alumni and new Clemson fans. There is a need for a clearer designation so that all levels of Clemson fans can find their place in the tailgating scene. Traffic, parking, and directions are the first and last part of the tailgating experience and really set the tone. There are also a lot of unknown tips that only experience veteran tailgaters know.
Some people say that the key to a great tailgate is the food. Tailgaters are often unaware of great recipes for tailgates that are easy to prepare on site. Drinking is another huge part of tailgating and for some the most important. It is thus important to know the laws as well as some great drinks to make and pack for your tailgate. Once people get to their tailgate and set everything up, then what do they do? Bringing along great accessories such as televisions and satellites, games, and other entertainment is yet another way that they can turn a good tailgate into a great one. Tailgating is about being social with your friends, family, and Clemson community, and the right food, drinks, and tailgate setup can really facilitate a wonderful experience. Finally, on of the most crucial parts of the tailgating experience involves the rituals and traditions rooted in the years of Clemson football. Many alumni have been coming to TigerTown for over twenty, even some over fifty years. We will elude to the tricks of the trade and provide some interesting game day rituals that should be imitated.
We are going to conduct extensive research on the topic. Our chief source of information will come from studying game day conditions and different tailgates throughout Clemson. We will give up our tailgating experience to go around and get stories from the many Clemson fans who know how to do it best. IPTAY will be a valuable resource throughout our project as many of their rules and regulations determine where a majority of Clemson fans can tailgate on game days. Students will be a valuable resource as they will be able to provide first hand horror stories and triumphs. We are also going to tap into online resources on the subject and experiment with them at our own tailgates.
We are actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization, and experience tailgater from Greenville, SC where a large number of out of town Clemson Alumni and fans commute from on game days. Not only that but we are highly involved with Student government here at Clemson which is constantly looking for ways to include students in the tailgating scene. With the recent loss of several student tailgating lots there is a currently no official student tailgate areas besides the Greek quag. This causes students to find creative ways on game days to tailgate. As Student Government finds ways to accommodate students we will work closely with them to determine the best route to take with student tailgating as well as alumni tailgating on campus.
Our proposal for writing will be submitted on September 25th 2008. On approval the Draft of document will be submitted October 16th. On November 13th our Technology preview will be turned in. On December 4th our final project will be delivered to the class. The following proposal outline will guide our actions for the course of the semester allowing us to effectively asses the tailgate situation on campus.
Key
field studies
submissions of work
study/work
Date Event
20-Sep-08 SC State Tailgate Study
21-Sep-08 online research
25-Sep-08 Writing Proposal
27-Sep-08 Maryland Tailgate Study
9-Oct-08 Wake Forest (Away) Tailgate Study
13-Oct-08 Writing Center Preview
16-Oct-08 Draft of document
18-Oct-08 Georgia Tech. Tailgate Study
19-Dec-08 creation of website
13-Nov-08 Technology preview
29-Nov-08 South Carolina Tailgate Study
4-Dec-08 Class Presentations
(should explain the complete details of the solution: how the job will be done, broken into separate tasks; what method will be used to do it, including the equipment, material, and personnel that would be required; when the work will begin; and, when the job will be completed. It should also present a detailed cost breakdown for the entire job.)
Conclusion
Tailgating should be a bright spot of the Clemson experience where as for some it is a headache. The long traffic lines to and from the game, the hassles finding a place to tailgate and the pain of setting up a tailgate and breaking it down all in a period of twelve hours can be painstaking. We will provide to Clemson fans of all ages and backgrounds the information necessary to run an efficient tailgate on game day. Not only that but will provide some essentials to make their tailgate a truly Clemson experience. Real life stories and advice will be the main source of guidance along with IPTAY rules and regulations. Our involvement on campus and experience tailgating lends itself perfectly to allow us to give an unbiased view of game day at Clemson. It is our goal that everyone have the same great tailgating experience that we have had over the past years, there is no reason why this shouldn’t be the case. Clemson tailgating is a truly unique experience and we will show you why with this project.
Tailgating Guide to Clemson Football
James Sharkey & Kyle Roedersheimer
Executive summary
The topic for this project came about in discussing the confusion that occurs on Clemson University’s campus on home football game Saturday as 80,000 people merge onto a small town of approximately 7.4 square miles of land and with a population of only 11,939. Tailgating is a huge tradition at Clemson University for students, alumni, and fans. It is incredibly fun experience to witness. In order to make the most out of one’s experience it is important to be prepared and to know how to have a great tailgating experience. This can be achieved through proper planning in the areas of arriving at your tailgate spot, setup, food, and tailgating activities.
Introduction
Many Clemson fans travel to the small town of Clemson, South Carolina about seven weekend each fall to experience tailgating on campus. Many of those alumni come into the small town with no previous knowledge on where to park and how to operate an official tailgate. Many of the students, new and old, are at a loss to where they can tailgate. With the constant changing of parking guidelines and IPTAY regulations it can be confusing as to what a Clemson fan can and cannot do on game day. Not only that but many of these fans do not know how to operate an effective and enjoyable tailgate once they obtain a parking spot. With the right knowledge about parking and the essential elements of a great tailgate all Clemson fans can experience the game day atmosphere at its best. Too many people go without the great experience of Clemson tailgating on Saturdays in the fall and that does not need to happen. Our current involvement with Greek tailgating along with our Student Government ties will allow us to give a new perspective to Clemson Tiger fans. We will provide the essentials to a great tailgate and leave room for some creative additions. It is our hope that all Clemson Tiger fans can have the tailgating experience they deserve.
Body
The tailgating experience at Clemson University for football games is truly an amazing spectacle and something to behold. Unfortunately it can become a very chaotic experience. The tailgating experience all starts with packing and planning. People can really improve their tailgating experience by planning their trip properly and packing those necessary and luxury items that make a good tailgate great. Traffic can be very bad as some 80,000 people move into a small college town for a day. It is essential that people know how long of a drive it will take for different games to ensure that they get to the game in plenty of time to catch kickoff and tailgate. Not only this but the ability to determine the areas that are available for tailgating depending on your classification as a Clemson fan. For instance, if you are an IPTAY member you must know your designated spot on campus for parking and utilize that to the fullest extent. On the other hand if you are a student on campus the spaces to tailgate are much more limited and your ability to navigate these areas and utilize them to their full potential is key on game days. Many students do not know where they can and cannot park, along with alumni and new Clemson fans. There is a need for a clearer designation so that all levels of Clemson fans can find their place in the tailgating scene. Traffic, parking, and directions are the first and last part of the tailgating experience and really set the tone. There are also a lot of unknown tips that only experience veteran tailgaters know.
Some people say that the key to a great tailgate is the food. Tailgaters are often unaware of great recipes for tailgates that are easy to prepare on site. Drinking is another huge part of tailgating and for some the most important. It is thus important to know the laws as well as some great drinks to make and pack for your tailgate. Once people get to their tailgate and set everything up, then what do they do? Bringing along great accessories such as televisions and satellites, games, and other entertainment is yet another way that they can turn a good tailgate into a great one. Tailgating is about being social with your friends, family, and Clemson community, and the right food, drinks, and tailgate setup can really facilitate a wonderful experience. Finally, on of the most crucial parts of the tailgating experience involves the rituals and traditions rooted in the years of Clemson football. Many alumni have been coming to TigerTown for over twenty, even some over fifty years. We will elude to the tricks of the trade and provide some interesting game day rituals that should be imitated.
We are going to conduct extensive research on the topic. Our chief source of information will come from studying game day conditions and different tailgates throughout Clemson. We will give up our tailgating experience to go around and get stories from the many Clemson fans who know how to do it best. IPTAY will be a valuable resource throughout our project as many of their rules and regulations determine where a majority of Clemson fans can tailgate on game days. Students will be a valuable resource as they will be able to provide first hand horror stories and triumphs. We are also going to tap into online resources on the subject and experiment with them at our own tailgates.
We are actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization, and experience tailgater from Greenville, SC where a large number of out of town Clemson Alumni and fans commute from on game days. Not only that but we are highly involved with Student government here at Clemson which is constantly looking for ways to include students in the tailgating scene. With the recent loss of several student tailgating lots there is a currently no official student tailgate areas besides the Greek quag. This causes students to find creative ways on game days to tailgate. As Student Government finds ways to accommodate students we will work closely with them to determine the best route to take with student tailgating as well as alumni tailgating on campus.
Our proposal for writing will be submitted on September 25th 2008. On approval the Draft of document will be submitted October 16th. On November 13th our Technology preview will be turned in. On December 4th our final project will be delivered to the class. The following proposal outline will guide our actions for the course of the semester allowing us to effectively asses the tailgate situation on campus.
Key
field studies
submissions of work
study/work
Date Event
20-Sep-08 SC State Tailgate Study
21-Sep-08 online research
25-Sep-08 Writing Proposal
27-Sep-08 Maryland Tailgate Study
9-Oct-08 Wake Forest (Away) Tailgate Study
13-Oct-08 Writing Center Preview
16-Oct-08 Draft of document
18-Oct-08 Georgia Tech. Tailgate Study
19-Dec-08 creation of website
13-Nov-08 Technology preview
29-Nov-08 South Carolina Tailgate Study
4-Dec-08 Class Presentations
(should explain the complete details of the solution: how the job will be done, broken into separate tasks; what method will be used to do it, including the equipment, material, and personnel that would be required; when the work will begin; and, when the job will be completed. It should also present a detailed cost breakdown for the entire job.)
Conclusion
Tailgating should be a bright spot of the Clemson experience where as for some it is a headache. The long traffic lines to and from the game, the hassles finding a place to tailgate and the pain of setting up a tailgate and breaking it down all in a period of twelve hours can be painstaking. We will provide to Clemson fans of all ages and backgrounds the information necessary to run an efficient tailgate on game day. Not only that but will provide some essentials to make their tailgate a truly Clemson experience. Real life stories and advice will be the main source of guidance along with IPTAY rules and regulations. Our involvement on campus and experience tailgating lends itself perfectly to allow us to give an unbiased view of game day at Clemson. It is our goal that everyone have the same great tailgating experience that we have had over the past years, there is no reason why this shouldn’t be the case. Clemson tailgating is a truly unique experience and we will show you why with this project.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Pages 1-38 Ethics
Chapter 1: Nature of Ethics
*We as technical writers in today's age have a lot of responsibility riding on our shoulders. The influence technology has on today's world only puts more pressure on technical writers. As our possible influence grows so grows our responsibilities
Expectations- we should not expect to be able to quantify ethics like a physics equation
Assumptions-
1) Ethics is problematic in several sense, do not expect easy answers
2) ethics is both individual and social
3) ethics is neither an entirely absolute nor an entirely relative matter
4) it is irresponsible either to blindly accept or reject authority of others in ethical matters
5) no single ethical theory or approach will always be best for all situations
Perspectives- the focus of this book is ultimately to deal with the ethical dilemmas faced by contemporary technical communicators and thus we must be in tune with our audience and their historical backgrounds
Scope-important but less common views of ethics in technical communication
Terminology-
absolute- definite, unchanging and inflexible, applying to any and all situations in same way
relative- changing in relation to circumstances
Chapter 2: Survey of Ethics in Communication and Rhetoric
rhetoric- the use of reasoned arguments based on socially accepted values and presented to inform and persuade in order to accomplish some socially desirable action
persuasion- the willing, informed collective agreement of a critically thinking audience
*Rhetoric is always the urging point of view presented with good reason
*ethics is the systematic study of the problematic
Classical Greece- roots of rhetoric lie in classical Greece
1) Socrates- ethics was a never ending thing, constantly looking within ourselves to determine the best course of actions, "the unexamined life is not worth living"
a) insisted on doing the right thing regardless of the price he must pay
b) please god
c) ethical behavior requires active social involvement(teacher, civil leader, critic, etc.)
2)Plato- pleasing god, use our conscious and do what we think will best please, insisted on ethical goodness of communicators, elitist,
3) Aristotle- more practical and less metaphysical, the right action is situational and not defined, ethical course of action must be determined in a debate
-"cream rising to the surface of milk"
4) Sophists- Plato despised them, they felt that their rhetorical discourse stemmed not from absolute truth and perfect enlightenment but from some other basis, thought that there are no absolutes and that communication is immensely powerful precisely because it shapes minds, hearts, values and decisions
Recent times-
1) Hegel- values arrived at socially, not from the absolute but from social forces
2) Perelman- our language is our values
3) Burke- insisted on language use guided by carefully weighted judgment
4) Weaver- all language use involves expressing some values
*We as technical writers in today's age have a lot of responsibility riding on our shoulders. The influence technology has on today's world only puts more pressure on technical writers. As our possible influence grows so grows our responsibilities
Expectations- we should not expect to be able to quantify ethics like a physics equation
Assumptions-
1) Ethics is problematic in several sense, do not expect easy answers
2) ethics is both individual and social
3) ethics is neither an entirely absolute nor an entirely relative matter
4) it is irresponsible either to blindly accept or reject authority of others in ethical matters
5) no single ethical theory or approach will always be best for all situations
Perspectives- the focus of this book is ultimately to deal with the ethical dilemmas faced by contemporary technical communicators and thus we must be in tune with our audience and their historical backgrounds
Scope-important but less common views of ethics in technical communication
Terminology-
absolute- definite, unchanging and inflexible, applying to any and all situations in same way
relative- changing in relation to circumstances
Chapter 2: Survey of Ethics in Communication and Rhetoric
rhetoric- the use of reasoned arguments based on socially accepted values and presented to inform and persuade in order to accomplish some socially desirable action
persuasion- the willing, informed collective agreement of a critically thinking audience
*Rhetoric is always the urging point of view presented with good reason
*ethics is the systematic study of the problematic
Classical Greece- roots of rhetoric lie in classical Greece
1) Socrates- ethics was a never ending thing, constantly looking within ourselves to determine the best course of actions, "the unexamined life is not worth living"
a) insisted on doing the right thing regardless of the price he must pay
b) please god
c) ethical behavior requires active social involvement(teacher, civil leader, critic, etc.)
2)Plato- pleasing god, use our conscious and do what we think will best please, insisted on ethical goodness of communicators, elitist,
3) Aristotle- more practical and less metaphysical, the right action is situational and not defined, ethical course of action must be determined in a debate
-"cream rising to the surface of milk"
4) Sophists- Plato despised them, they felt that their rhetorical discourse stemmed not from absolute truth and perfect enlightenment but from some other basis, thought that there are no absolutes and that communication is immensely powerful precisely because it shapes minds, hearts, values and decisions
Recent times-
1) Hegel- values arrived at socially, not from the absolute but from social forces
2) Perelman- our language is our values
3) Burke- insisted on language use guided by carefully weighted judgment
4) Weaver- all language use involves expressing some values
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Practice Proposal
A guide to the Clemson tailgating experience
Executive Summary-
Introduction-
Body-
1) Current Situation-logistics of Gameday in Clemson can be confusing, people coming from everywhere to the game and needing a place to tailgate, not sufficient information, slack tailgate parking emails going over Clemson listserve, new students lacking experience with the Clemson tailgate experience
2) Project plan/methods-website with different links depending on your experience level
3) Qualifications-
-actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization
4) Budget- timeline, tailgating footage and pictures by the end of the season
Conclusion-
Brainstorming Ideas-
-alumni and student tailgate options
*alumni- iptay or free public parking
*students- greek quad or free public parking
-tail gating yard games
-favorite recipes
-map- including parking guidelines, restrooms, great places to grab a bite to eat
-gameday schedule, ritual, traditions
-obtaining a tailgate spot- through Iptay or the free public tailgating spot, rules and guidlines
-supplies- tent , grill, TV
-what to wear
Executive Summary-
Introduction-
Body-
1) Current Situation-logistics of Gameday in Clemson can be confusing, people coming from everywhere to the game and needing a place to tailgate, not sufficient information, slack tailgate parking emails going over Clemson listserve, new students lacking experience with the Clemson tailgate experience
2) Project plan/methods-website with different links depending on your experience level
3) Qualifications-
-actively involved in the Greek tailgating scene, President's of respective Greek organization
4) Budget- timeline, tailgating footage and pictures by the end of the season
Conclusion-
Brainstorming Ideas-
-alumni and student tailgate options
*alumni- iptay or free public parking
*students- greek quad or free public parking
-tail gating yard games
-favorite recipes
-map- including parking guidelines, restrooms, great places to grab a bite to eat
-gameday schedule, ritual, traditions
-obtaining a tailgate spot- through Iptay or the free public tailgating spot, rules and guidlines
-supplies- tent , grill, TV
-what to wear
Proposal Workshop
Rhetoric- is the art of speaking or writing effectively. Specifically, it is the study of principles and rules of composition formulated by critics of ancient times and the study of writing or speaking as a means of communication or persuasion. In Greece, rhetoric originated in a school of pre-Socratic philosophers known as Sophists c.600 BC. It was later taught in the Roman Empire and during the Middle Ages as one of the three original liberal arts or trivium (along with logic and grammar).
Proposal-
Executive summary- fourth, must be 100 words nothing more, if you stumble here all of the rest of what you have written fails, hooks the readers onto what it is you are going to say
Introduction-second, thesis/problem statement, can have more than one but must have organizational hierarchy, solutions, foreshadowing
Body- first, four sections
1) current situation- ethos, shows you know what you are talking about, credibility, shows you are the principle investigator
2) project plan- methodology, how you are going to do this
3) qualification- what you makes you qualified to do this
4) budget-how are you going to do it, ensure that you are getting the bang for the buck, building in insurance for the client
Conclusion-third, conclude all of this, final selling point
Proposal-
Executive summary- fourth, must be 100 words nothing more, if you stumble here all of the rest of what you have written fails, hooks the readers onto what it is you are going to say
Introduction-second, thesis/problem statement, can have more than one but must have organizational hierarchy, solutions, foreshadowing
Body- first, four sections
1) current situation- ethos, shows you know what you are talking about, credibility, shows you are the principle investigator
2) project plan- methodology, how you are going to do this
3) qualification- what you makes you qualified to do this
4) budget-how are you going to do it, ensure that you are getting the bang for the buck, building in insurance for the client
Conclusion-third, conclude all of this, final selling point
Monday, September 8, 2008
Part 2 Reading blogs
1)Technical writing is everywhere including your job. It is amazing to me how many different forms of technical writing there are in the work a day world and how flawed most of it is. It was interesting to hear that many top executives and business men use "jargon" in their memos, newsletters, company letters, etc. Most of these men use long words and fancy language because they feel the need to show their superiority. In reality they sound more intelligent using concise to the point words and phrases. Most executive do not right what is above their names and they surrender the qualities that make them unique. They sound like computers instead of humans and when they loose that humanity they loose their validity. Not only does this jargon deter their employees from opening up it also scares away clients who can not understand their language.
2) Communication in a way is a relative thing. If you grow up in a certain culture you more easily understand the slight differences in your culture and the way people say them. The example given in the book on page 90 of the children running back to their parents to ask permission to come in and play is a common example that happens in everyday life. There may be different slang used in one part of the country from the other and if you are an outsider even though you both speak English you may be completely lost. Even if we have made ourselves clear in our minds a person from another area of the country or different cultural may be at a loss for meaning.
3) I think it is interesting to read that English is slowly becoming the "global language" even though the majority of people on earth speak other languages. It is true thought that over 75% of media; including letters, emails and faxes is written in English. The global language is moving toward becoming English causing the native speakers to loose ownership of the language. The Europeans have already begin mixing their own form on the English language over the last few languages. At the same time the privileged few whose native language is English cannot be content with only their one language. Many employers require a second language. On top of that to be able to effectively communicate with a person of a country which is not English speaking in English you must know something about their native language in order to interpret them correctly.
2) Communication in a way is a relative thing. If you grow up in a certain culture you more easily understand the slight differences in your culture and the way people say them. The example given in the book on page 90 of the children running back to their parents to ask permission to come in and play is a common example that happens in everyday life. There may be different slang used in one part of the country from the other and if you are an outsider even though you both speak English you may be completely lost. Even if we have made ourselves clear in our minds a person from another area of the country or different cultural may be at a loss for meaning.
3) I think it is interesting to read that English is slowly becoming the "global language" even though the majority of people on earth speak other languages. It is true thought that over 75% of media; including letters, emails and faxes is written in English. The global language is moving toward becoming English causing the native speakers to loose ownership of the language. The Europeans have already begin mixing their own form on the English language over the last few languages. At the same time the privileged few whose native language is English cannot be content with only their one language. Many employers require a second language. On top of that to be able to effectively communicate with a person of a country which is not English speaking in English you must know something about their native language in order to interpret them correctly.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
PAFEO
Purpose- The goal of this document is to teach the rules and etiquette of the game of Golf.
Audience- Those who have never played the game of Golf before.
Format- Set up like a instruction booklet. Would include different scenarios and examples explaining the rules and etiquette of the game.
Evidence- I would reference the USGA Rules of Golf book as well as other books and articles written on the etiquette of the game.
Organization- I would set the book so that it would state the rules of Golf and etiquette rules of the game in the table of contents. Under each section I would explain that rule and provide a step by step example of how that rule would apply in a real life situation.
Audience- Those who have never played the game of Golf before.
Format- Set up like a instruction booklet. Would include different scenarios and examples explaining the rules and etiquette of the game.
Evidence- I would reference the USGA Rules of Golf book as well as other books and articles written on the etiquette of the game.
Organization- I would set the book so that it would state the rules of Golf and etiquette rules of the game in the table of contents. Under each section I would explain that rule and provide a step by step example of how that rule would apply in a real life situation.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
URLs 2
http://clemsontechwriting.blogspot.com
http://sharkey314.blogspot.com
http://myenglish314.blogspot.com
http://brennan314.blogspot.com
http://techwriting314ryan.blogspot.com
http://english314annadimitri.blogspot.com
http://technicalwriting314.blogspot.com
http://minermementoes.blogspot.com
http://myENGLH314.blogspot.com
http://brittaj.blogspot.com
http://sharkey314.blogspot.com
http://myenglish314.blogspot.
http://brennan314.blogspot.com
http://techwriting314ryan.
http://english314annadimitri.
http://technicalwriting314.
http://minermementoes.
http://myENGLH314.blogspot.com
http://brittaj.blogspot.com
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Brainstorming
As of now I am really interested in doing a "How To" document. The topic I want to document is still up in the air. I think doing a project on tips how to backpack through Europe would be an awesome idea. I really hope to plan a trip like this after I graduate in May and I think it would be very interesting to compile a booklet of the easiest and cheapest ways to travel through Europe. Especially with the value of the Euro, saving money is key to making the most out of a trip through Europe. I also think a "How To" document on the outdoors or the rules of golf would be a feasible project.
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