Potential D269 Task 2 Topics

General:

· Workplace unions

· Neighborhood parks

· Neighborhood watch association

Teachers:

· Technology upgrades

· Yearly classroom spending allowance

· Free after-school programs

Information Technology:

· Work from home

· Security cameras in the workplace

· Mandatory technology upgrades

Health Professions:

· 16+ hour shifts

· Nurse retention

· Safe staffing ratios

Business:

· Dress code changes

· Flexible work schedules

· Work wellness programs

If the topics above do not resonate with you, you can generate your own. When trying to generate possible topic ideas, ask these questions:

· What current issues are meaningful to me?

· What topics do I want to explore?

· What topics are related to my area of study or future career?

· Can I find credible sources (research-based information) for this topic if needed?

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RGM2 — RGM2 TASK 2: PROFESSIONAL REPORT

COMPOSITION: WRITING WITH A STRATEGY — D269

PRFA — RGM2

TASK OVERVIEWSUBMISSIONSEVALUATION REPORT

COMPETENCIES

1027.1.2 :  Written Strategies and Techniques

The individual incorporates writing strategies and techniques for written communication.

1027.1.3 :  Format, Style, Structure, and Grammar

The individual constructs a written document with correct format, style, structure, and grammar.

INTRODUCTION

Identifying a suitable format for an audience and conveying information effectively are valuable skills in any professional context. 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 report with a central purpose using a specific expository structure. You may use one of the sample topics from the attached list “RGM2 Task 2 List of Possible Topics” or choose a topic of your own. Your report should be well organized and should present information in a logical sequence with a clear beginning and end.

REQUIREMENTS

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.  Explain the purpose of writing this report for your intended audience.

B.  Describe the intended professional audience of your report.

C.  Compose a report (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., compare and contrast two products commonly used in your chosen field)

Note: For your report, you can select a topic from the list provided or you can use a topic based on your own personal or professional interests.

1.  Include the following components in your report:

a.  an introduction that establishes the topic and scope of the report.

b.  a thesis statement that previews 2–4 main points

c.  transitions

d.  clear main points aligned with the thesis statement

e.  appropriate development of the body of the report

f.  a conclusion that summarizes the report without introducing new information

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

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