Section One: Skill Builder 1: Effective Writing Guidelines

This assignment supports the following lesson objectives:
  • Apply the six qualities of good writing

Assignment Overview
This assignment will help you identify the six guidelines for effective writing and helpful Web resources for improving your own writing skills.

Deliverables

  • 1-page (250 word) paper written in a word processor (such as MS Word)

Assignment Details

Perform the following tasks:

Step 1: Identify the six guidelines for effective writing.
Using the section presentation Writing and Studying Online, in this course as your source, identify the six guidelines for effective writing. Using a word processor (such MS Word), write a brief explanation of each of the six guidelines.

Step 2: Search the Web
Conduct a Web search for at least three Web resources per guideline that you will use to improve your writing skills. For example, you must find three resources that will help you improve your spelling. 

Step 3: Summarize your findings in Step 1 and 2. 
Using a word processor (such as MS Word), write a 1-page paper that lists your findings from steps 1 and 2. 

Step 4: Save and submit your assignment.
Once you have completed the assignment, save a copy for yourself in a readily accessible location. Submit your answer using the submit button below.