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Submit a short discussion memo (three pages) that analyzes the topic as well connects history and contemporary issues. The discussion memo and feedback paper should be Standard 1-inch margins, 12-point font, double spaced writing, free of grammatical and spelling errors. Appropriate use of varied references is required; this includes interviews, newspaper, magazines and books (Chicago \/ MLA). Papers will be subject to checks for plagiarism. <\/p>\n
How to Write an Effective Memo<\/p>\n
Memo (short for memorandum) is a business-oriented style that is best suited for interoffice or intercolleague correspondence. More informal in tone and organization than a letter, memos are generally used to provide or ask for information, announce a new policy, update on personnel transfers, or for any other internal issues.<\/p>\n
Elements of an Effective Memo<\/p>\n
An effective memo: \uf0b7 grabs the reader’s attention \uf0b7 provides information, makes a recommendation, or asks for action \uf0b7 supports your position or explains benefits to reader \uf0b7 mentions next steps and deadlines
\n When composing a memo, always take the four-step approach to writing: plan what you want to say, write a draft, revise the draft, and edit.
\n Types of Memos
\n There are four types of memos you might have to write, each with its own organizational format: information, problem-solving, persuasion, and internal memo proposal.
\n Information Memo \uf0b7 used to deliver or request information or assistance \uf0b7 first paragraph provides main idea \uf0b7 second paragraph expands on the details \uf0b7 third paragraph outlines the action required
\n Problem-solving Memo \uf0b7 suggests a specific action to improve a situation \uf0b7 first paragraph states the problem \uf0b7 second paragraph analyzes the problem \uf0b7 third paragraph makes a recommendation \uf0b7 when making a recommendation, include not only the positive details but also the drawbacks and diffuse them yourself
\n Persuasion Memo \uf0b7 used to encourage the reader to undertake an action he or she doesn’t have to take \uf0b7 first paragraph begins with an agreeable point \uf0b7 second paragraph introduces the idea \uf0b7 third paragraph states benefits to the reader<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 fourth paragraph outlines the action required\uf0b7 fifth paragraph ends with a call to action<\/p>\n
Internal Memo Proposal \uf0b7 used to convey suggestions to senior management \uf0b7 first paragraph states reason for writing \uf0b7 second paragraph outlines present situation and states writer’s
\n proposal \uf0b7 third paragraph describes advantage(s) \uf0b7 fourth paragraph mentions and diffuses disadvantage(s) \uf0b7 fifth paragraph ends with a call to action
\n Memo Parts
\n More informal in appearance and tone than a letter, a memo is set up in a special format. Headings, lists, tables or graphs are often used to make the information more readable.
\n All memos consist of two sections: the heading and the body. The heading indicates who is writing to whom, when, and why. The heading should include the following parts:
\n 1. To \uf0b7 lists the names of everyone who will receive the memo \uf0b7 includes the first and last name and titles or departments of the
\n recipients for formal memos, memos to superiors, or if everyone
\n on the list does not know each other \uf0b7 if all recipients know each other’s names and positions, use just
\n the first initial and last name of each recipient \uf0b7 can be listed alphabetically or by rank \uf0b7 if it is not possible to fit all the names in the To: area, use the
\n phrase “See distribution list” \uf0b7 at the end of the memo add the word “Distribution” and then list
\n the names of the people who will receive a copy of the memo \uf0b7 arrange the names by rank, department or alphabetically
\n 2. From \uf0b7 lists the name of the writer(s) in the same way as the name(s) of the recipient(s) \uf0b7 there is no complimentary close or signature line, but authors initial their names on the From: line
\n 3. Date \uf0b7 lists the month, date, and year the memo was written \uf0b7 do not use abbreviations \uf0b7 avoid using numbers for months and days<\/p>\n
4. Re: or Subject \uf0b7 indicates the main subject of the letter \uf0b7 should be as specific and concise as possible 5. Ccorc \uf0b7 lists those readers who should have a copy of the memo for their information or reference but are not expected to carry out the same action as the recipients listed in the To: line \uf0b7 “cc” can also be placed at the end of the memo below the distribution list (if used)
\n The body of the memo conveys the message and generally consists of 4 parts:
\n 1. Introduction<\/p>\n
\uf0b7 states the general problem or main idea<\/p>\n
2. Statement of facts
\n \uf0b7 states the facts or discusses the problem or issue<\/p>\n
3. Argument
\n \uf0b7 explains importance or relevance of facts<\/p>\n
4. Conclusion \uf0b7 summarizes the main idea, suggests or requests action \uf0b7 memos do not have a complimentary close or signature line \uf0b7 memos end with a call to action<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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