Discussion 1: Written Communication
General Discussion Instructions
You are required to post to this discussion Three Times, on Two Different Days. NOTE: Please be certain to read the entire discussion assignment since in some cases there is more than one question you need to discuss, respond to, or address. Be sure that you have answered the entire question!
Post 1: Initial Post
This posting should be a minimum of one short paragraph and a maximum of two paragraphs. Word totals for this post should be in the 200-300-word range. Whether you agree or disagree, explain why with supporting evidence and concepts from the readings or a related experience. Include a reference, link, or citation when appropriate.
Preparation
It is time to reflect on your own writing skills.
For Discussion
Part 1: Answer the questions below (150 – 250) words required.
What are your writing strengths?
What are your writing weaknesses?
In what ways do you think business communication is different from general communication (both in and out of the classroom)?
How do you plan to capitalize on your writing strengths?
What is your personal plan to strengthen your writing weaknesses?
Instructions
After you have created your initial post, look over the discussion posts of your classmates and give at least two thoughtful responses to two different classmates (one per classmate) as outlined in the Discussion Grading Rubric.
Is there anything that you can suggest to help your classmate out with their goals?
Is there something that you resonate with about their strengths and weaknesses?
A response posting should be a minimum of one short paragraph. Word totals for these posts should be in the 75-100-word range. Whether you agree or disagree, explain why with supporting evidence and concepts from the readings or a related experience. Include a reference, link, or citation when appropriate. The goal of your response posts is to extend discussions already taking place or pose new possibilities or opinions not previously voiced. Your goal should be to motivate the group discussion and present a creative approach to the topic.