What is a report?
A report is like just like an essay because you analyse information to help explain a topic. However, in reports you’re allowed to use headings, diagrams, and primary and secondary resources.
A report has four sections:
1) Introduction paragraph
2) Analysis paragraphs
3) Conclusion paragraph
4) Bibliography
A report has four sections:
1) Introduction paragraph
2) Analysis paragraphs
3) Conclusion paragraph
4) Bibliography
What is in an introduction paragraph?
Your introduction should state the topic you’ll be talking about in your report.
It should also introduce the ideas, themes or knowledge you’ll be using to explain your analysis of the maps.
- Keep it short, sharp and to-the-point.
It should also introduce the ideas, themes or knowledge you’ll be using to explain your analysis of the maps.
- Keep it short, sharp and to-the-point.
What is in the analysis paragraphs?
Your paragraphs should be separated by headings. Each paragraph will explain different information about your topic. These paragraphs will work together to inform your reader about Australia’s geography.
Assume that the person reading your report knows nothing about the maps you’re analysing. Your job is to explain Australia’s geography by analysing the maps using PQE and SHEEPT. You should use reliable websites/books to get more information – remember to create a bibliography.
You’ve been given four different maps, so you could use four separate headings and paragraphs (you might use different headings):
1) Australia’s population
2) Australia’s climate zones
3) Australia’s dams
4) Australia’s farming
Assume that the person reading your report knows nothing about the maps you’re analysing. Your job is to explain Australia’s geography by analysing the maps using PQE and SHEEPT. You should use reliable websites/books to get more information – remember to create a bibliography.
You’ve been given four different maps, so you could use four separate headings and paragraphs (you might use different headings):
1) Australia’s population
2) Australia’s climate zones
3) Australia’s dams
4) Australia’s farming
What is in the conclusion?
A conclusion is a brief paragraph that summarises what you’ve discussed in the report.
Think of it like the ending of a good story or movie: you should leave your reader satisfied by
summing up what you’ve learnt by analysing the map data through PQE and SHEEPT.
Think of it like the ending of a good story or movie: you should leave your reader satisfied by
summing up what you’ve learnt by analysing the map data through PQE and SHEEPT.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Remember to use reliable websites, books, and primary and secondary resources to help you create an outstanding report. Use the Harvard referencing style which can be found here: http://mrsrowlandsjc.weebly.com/writing-skills.html
Other things to remember:
Word count:
Remember - it’s only 500 words so break up the number of words in your paragraphs evenly. For example, your introduction might be 50-100 words, paragraphs approximately 100 words each, and conclusion 50-100 words.
DOs and DON’Ts
DO:
- DO use resources such as reliable websites, books, or other primary/secondary sources to support your analysis.
- DO write a bibliography using the Harvard method – refresh your memory here: http://mrsrowlandsjc.weebly.com/writing-skills.html
- DO use formal language; show off your impressive vocabulary and excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
- DO ask Mrs Rowland for help if you’re unsure about something.
DON'T:
- DON’T use I. Your reader already knows it’s your point of view so you do not need to say “I think” or “I found”. Instead you could say:
o “The water storage map shows that most dams are located…”
o “It is clear that hot climate patterns in Australia occur in…”
o “Statistics from the Australian 2013 Census indicate that people living in Victoria all work close to their home…”
o “Historically, people have settled and lived in coastal areas because…”
o “Evidence from soil testing is the reason why crops grow poorly in….”
- DON’T plagiarise. Don’t even think about it! It’s unacceptable and you know better. Do the right thing.
Remember - it’s only 500 words so break up the number of words in your paragraphs evenly. For example, your introduction might be 50-100 words, paragraphs approximately 100 words each, and conclusion 50-100 words.
DOs and DON’Ts
DO:
- DO use resources such as reliable websites, books, or other primary/secondary sources to support your analysis.
- DO write a bibliography using the Harvard method – refresh your memory here: http://mrsrowlandsjc.weebly.com/writing-skills.html
- DO use formal language; show off your impressive vocabulary and excellent spelling, grammar and punctuation skills.
- DO ask Mrs Rowland for help if you’re unsure about something.
DON'T:
- DON’T use I. Your reader already knows it’s your point of view so you do not need to say “I think” or “I found”. Instead you could say:
o “The water storage map shows that most dams are located…”
o “It is clear that hot climate patterns in Australia occur in…”
o “Statistics from the Australian 2013 Census indicate that people living in Victoria all work close to their home…”
o “Historically, people have settled and lived in coastal areas because…”
o “Evidence from soil testing is the reason why crops grow poorly in….”
- DON’T plagiarise. Don’t even think about it! It’s unacceptable and you know better. Do the right thing.