Class Assignment/ Plain English

Ruby Leal-Sanchez
ENG 3308
March 6, 2008
Short Reflection:
One important point in writing an effective technical document is the positive language. At my job when the supervisors send memos, they always emphasize the positive side of things as well as giving short polite instructions within the memo. When I reply to an email I always try to use short simple sentences. The one on the other end does not have time to look at a story of sorts. We need to get to the point and get the message across. It is always wise to summarize and proofread what has been written before it is forwarded.
Practice Paragraph:
In sending an e-mail: The center has completed the Immunizations process for the children. Our next step in completing the 45-day checklist is the Physicals and Dentals. We will begin to look over the children required to get a physical as well as the dentals and forward the information to your office.