1. Research, Writing and Presentation Task
N4 Reports
Research, Writing and Presentation Task

2. What is a report? A detailed, factual and formal piece of writing
Used to organise and convey information
It is different from an essay because it is written with headings and chapters
It should also include images, graphics, tables etc.
The layout should help to effectively deliver information to the reader

3. Why do reports?
Possibly the single most useful thing you learn in an English class
Also allows you to meet all of the ‘Creation & Production’ requirements for the course

4. Why do reports? 1 Create and produce straightforward written texts by:
1.1 Selecting ideas and content, using a format and structure appropriate to purpose and audience
1.2 Applying knowledge of language in terms of language choice and technical accuracy
1.3 Communicating meaning at first reading

5. Why do reports? Take part in straightforward spoken interactions by:
2.1 Selecting ideas and content, using a format and structure appropriate to purpose and audience
2.2 Applying knowledge of language in terms of language choice
2.3 Communicating meaning at first hearing
2.4 Using aspects of non-verbal communication

6. What information is required?
This depends on your chosen topic, but generally:
Background information to introduce the topic
Specific information about some key aspects
Assume that the reader knows nothing about your chosen subject

7. How do I plan my report?
Gather all the information that you can before you start writing the report
Organise the information into appropriate categories (usually 4 or 5)
Remember to keep a note of ALL sources for your bibliography

8. How do I write my report? Use a formal style at all times:
“Well the reason I like football is because it’s really good fun and all my friends play it.”
“The Nou Camp is really big and cool and is where Barcelona play.”
“Football is a hugely enjoyable and incredibly popular sport that is played all over the world.”

9. How do I write my report? Use and adapt one of the templates available
Your report should include:
A front cover
A contents page
Several categories
Space for images, charts, tables etc.
A bibliography page

10. How do I write my report? Don’t forget the basics! Spelling
Sentences and paragraphs
Punctuation and capital letters
Check your work carefully before handing it in!
This is all referred to as ‘technical accuracy’

11. How do know when I’m finished?
Is your report detailed and thorough?
Does it convey information in an organised and effective way?
Is your writing ‘technically accurate’?
Have you included non-textual information?
Does it have a full bibliography?
Is it as good as it can possibly be?