Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Persuasive Writing

YDA / 2008
Persuasive Writing and Speaking

 
Contents
Rigorous reasoning
Relevant (focused, realistic, practical)
Self-contained
Sequence, Balance, Consistency

Expressional Skills
Clear
      Avoidance of redundant words
      Fewest modifiers
Simple
      Short sentences and paragraphs
      Few repetitive expressions
Grammar

 
Formality
Name and date
Paragraphing
Page numbers
Cover sheet
Table of contents
Executive summary

 
Presentation Skills
Speaking not reading
Eye contacts
Time management
Avoidance of distractive visual aids

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