Writing a report !

The purpose of a report is to present information that is needed by another person or group of peope, often to help them make a decision. The information should be very clearly presented and easy to acces, usually includes suggestions and recomendations.

It should have or be:

• Short but complete (concise);
• Containing only what is necessary;
• Simple; written in good language;
• Having no repetition, no redundancy;
• Including no preaching, lecturing;
• Containing interesting and relevant information;
• Well structured and organized;
• Neat and tidy (typed or well printed/written).

What Makes A Good Report?

• Attractive
• Straight forward, honest, no deception (no lies)
• Interesting illustrations, designs. (colour if possible)
• Brief, short
• Neat and readable (good handwriting)
• To the point
• Simple English (or whatever language)
• Well spaced
• Has title and sub titles
• Organized or structured.