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Writing assignment #1 will be an instruction manual. Instruction manuals explain to readers how to operate something or make something. Helpful resources on how to write an instruction manual include the following: “Instructions, procedures, and policies,” a chapter from Tebeaux and Dragga in reservesJerz’s literacy page features a fine set of tips on writing instructions. Please click here to view the site. David McMurrey has a very helpful website for writing instructions. Please click here to view the webpage.Wikibooks has an excellent guide to writing instructions. Please click here to view the site.RequirementsThe instruction manual will include the following sections:Title PageOverview or Introduction with necessary background information such as the time needed, skill ability, relevance, context, stage setting, etc. Equipment and materials needed (as appropriate) Definitions (as appropriate) Instructions provide a graphic for steps of the instructions that need a graphico at least three graphics should be original graphics borrowed from other sources need to be cited in APA format o all graphics should be labeled Warnings or statements of caution (as appropriate)Overall, chapter 10 from Tebeaux and Dragga should be read thoroughly as you begin this assignment. Different types of instructions call for different strategies. The chapter from Tebeaux and Dragga is an excellent resource in guiding your approach.
Other helpful guides on writing instructions: The Tech Writing Handbook by Dozuki, which is one of the resources listed in our class, has the following:o an appendix that provides tips in writing instructions and incorporating graphics into instructions.o chapter 6, “Photographing the process.” o chapter 7, “Using Other Visuals.” The Mayfield Handbook, which is also one of the resources listed in our class, features excellent tips on writing instructions.o Section 2.8.3 of the handbook, Instructions, and Procedures, will be particularly helpful. Examples of instruction manuals for you to look at:o an example of an instruction manual on setting up a VPN a video instruction on swimming. Note how the author lists the equipment and then proceeds to mention the steps involved. The video is over 10 minutes long. You might just take a look at the first couple of minutes to see how he lists the equipment and then proceeds to the steps. Length: There is no minimum or a maximum number of words for this assignment. Your goal is to write coherent, well-designed instructions for a user.

 

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