CMN 279 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Bar Chart
31 Aug 2016
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Formatting headings: avoid starting a new section at the bottom of a page, only use subheadings if you have more than one subsection, use bold or capitals, avoid quotation marks, don"t assume the reader has seen the heading. 1: describes why the report has been written, previews key points, outlines data collection methods, findings, organizes the data by subheadings, chronological/alphabetical, comparisons, component parts/evaluative criteria, discussion/analysis: Interprets findings: summary/conclusions/recommendations, restates main points, conclusions, objective analysis of findings, recommendations, suggests actions to solve problem. Using graphics and visuals: replace words, make numerical information easy to understand, clarify and simplify data, make sure there is a good reason to include the information. Place visuals where they make sense: ensure visuals are clearly titled and labeled uncluttered and easy to understand accurate and ethical simple table. Matrix pie charts vertical bar chart analytical reports: types of analytical reports, recommendation, justification, feasibility, comparison/yardstick.
