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| Subject | Date Asked |
| tor? | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: What is Terms of Reference? Can you kindly explain where would one use Terms of Reference? I have ... A: Terms of Reference refers to a document (page or two) that explains the project. Purpose (of ... | |
| Usage of the expression "in one lump sum" | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I'm confused about how to use the expression "one lump sum", in the context of buying something. Are ... A: I'm chuckling at the moment, and I'm not sure where to start. "Paid in full" usually means a. I had ... | |
| Collaborative writing platforms ? | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I need multiple writers on a project. I want them all to be able to see the entire document - BUT ... A: I ponder as I write. I'm not sure of a program that will do what you want, but I'll tell you what ... | |
| technical writers | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: This may seem like a silly question, but is it necessary for technical writers to really be into ... A: It's not a silly question, and I answer this with a smile. :-} You do not have to be techno-whiz. ... | |
| Technical Writing | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I subscribed on a internet site whereby an individual or organization would bid on a project and ... A: com. Your questions somewhat baffle me. You see, you mention that you are a creative writer student. ... | |
| writing | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: How would I use technical writing in school? A: I don't know what you mean, "How would I use technical writing in school?" In what sense? For high ... | |
| reply | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I am a 46 year old man. I am not a student anymore. I am just interested in seeking more ... A: Okay - no homework. ;-) This might be a difficult question for me to answer because I usually cut ... | |
| Technical/Business Writing | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: how does one make a small consulting career of business writing for companies? A: com. Your question generates books of answers, for it is lengthy and detailed. I will point you in ... | |
| Technical Writing !! | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm not very clear about American Style of writing. I'll be much obliged if you would be kind to ... A: One cannot answer the question in this limited space. If you want some reference guides to perfect ... | |
| Technical Writing !! | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm not very clear about American Style of writing. I'll be much obliged if you would be kind to ... A: com. I enjoyed your marketing piece. It's very good, actually. I notice a couple (MINOR) errors. ... | |
| Dates | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: If you are referencing a shipping date in a letter, should the date be spelled out or can you use ... A: I'm not sure whether this is a homework question, but here is my reply. Be careful of using the ... | |
| WRITING | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I read a book that has a reference: 2. Connor WE. The importance of n-3 fatty acids in health and ... A: First, it looks like you submitted a homework question. Second, the best advice I can give you: ... | |
| Sentence Construction | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Use of with and of on the sentence that follows, what is the rule? Inquire with/of management the ... A: Inquire of management. If you inquire with management, that means you and management need to know ... | |
| need help for correction | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I have written a text for the acknowledgment section of my thesis. Since I am not a native I would ... A: This thesis arose, in part, out of years of research that has been done since I came to 000 ... | |
| Technical writing - application manual | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of assisting with writing a manual for users to utilize a computer program. 1.) ... A: #2 When referring to a screen, a window, a key, etc., in order of importance: SCREEN title (Caps ... | |
| copyright | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: Anonymous Poem. This was partially answered in another comment. Quoting from a copyrighted work of ... A: You pose an interesting question. Feedback: 1. A poem, written in 1944, Prague, Czech Republic, ... | |
| Letter | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: I have to write a letter to the school that I’m applying to as to why they should take accept me – ... A: I will edit your letter. Concerning content, you must determine what to add or delete. I pasted your ... | |
| How To's or How Tos? | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I fear the proper spelling is the latter, though my gut tells me it's the former. The CMOS is ... A: The term "how-to," used as an adjective, traces to 1926, followed in 1954 with "how-to" as a noun. ... | |
| Use of commas in a bullet list | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: When writing a document that contains a bullet list should commas be used after each item. For ... A: Both ways can be correct in technical writing. Do not forget, however, to add "and" if you use the ... | |
| changing quoted text | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: As teachers at the Middle School level, we feel it would be most appropriate for our students, when ... A: When you want to insert a quote that differs from the original, insert the change in brackets. "If ... | |
| technical writing | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: I am working as a content writer and I got an offer as a technical writer. Before shifting to that i ... A: 1. Adobe FrameMaker. (Without a doubt, this is important!) 2. Know MS Word like the back of your ... | |
| technical writing | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: I am working as a content writer and I got an offer as a technical writer. Before shifting to that i ... A: I am so glad that you are going to become a technical writer. What should you know? Know how to ... | |
| scholarship | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I am an ESL college student; I wrote a scholarship letter to few business owners in my area, so I ... A: I printed up your 3-page, single spaced essay for a college scholarship. I am not really sure where ... | |
| scholarship | 10/30/2007 |
| Q: I am an ESL college student; I wrote a scholarship letter to few business owners in my area, so I ... A: I had written a follow-up to this question through my e-mail, as you requested, but apparently it ... | |
| report style | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: i am in the process of writing a professional report which forms part of an undergrad uni ... A: I would not choose a magazine style for a professional report. All professional reports that I write ... | |
| Letter Writing | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I need some information about letter writing in Technical &Buseiness. How should I begin?(English is ... A: Good morning Navid, Thank you for your question. I'm not sure whether you are familiar with titling ... | |
| knowledge mgt | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a question and I'm not too sure if it's related to database but i'm just wondering what is ... A: I think the best site for you to read about Knowledge management at work, as it would relate (not ... | |
Business & Technical Writing
Answers by Expert:
Kaylyn Anderson
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I answer questions pertaining to technical writing, essay and research, documentation processes,
Experience
Manager of documentation; adjunct professor at a community college for three years; experience in printing; rail transit; pumps, meters, and valves; and structural steel industries.
Organizations
Toastmasters; IFETS; WAOE; STC
Education/Credentials
MS in Technical Communication & Information Design (IIT)
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