英文Report模板.docx

1、英文Report模板Tittlesubtitlenamedate1.Executive SummaryThe executive summary provides a synopsis of the report. It should include:A statement on the purpose of the report what it sets out to achieveA brief outline of the scope of the report and/or research methodologyAn outline of the major issues or fi

2、ndings covered in the reportAn outline of the major conclusions and recommendations of the report.The executive summary should not include new information nor should it be used as an introduction to the report.As the executive summary is a summary of the report, it should ALWAYS be the LAST section

3、of the report writtenTable of Contents 4.1 Primary Sources 4.2 Secondary Sources 5.1 First Draft 5.2 Second Draft 6.1 Conclusion 6.2 Recommendations7. Bibliography. 8APPENDIX.92.Introduction or Background1 2It may include an outline of the terms of reference or the reasons for the decision to write

4、the report (see below).3Explain the background to the issue/problem/topic (this could be the history, etc. that helps us understand the issue/problem/topic.4What are the different points of view/opinions about the issue/problem/topic?5What is likely to happen in the future?678This report was request

5、ed by a number of students having difficulty understanding how to write a report.9This report aims to give students a plan to follow when preparing their material and an example of the layout of a report.10The material for this report was gathered from various books and web sites which will be refer

6、red to later. This format is not the only way to write a report. 11It is written especially for students undertaking Academic English. However it can be a useful guide to any student in any subject.3.Scope of Report or Research Objectives12Outline the purpose of your report.1314The scope of the repo

7、rt should define major issues or research objectives to be addressed by the report.15If in doubt, ask you teacher. They may be able to help you find the right place to look for information.164.Research Methodology17Most reports will include:4.1 primary sources of information surveys, questionnaires4

8、.2 secondary sources of information books, internetThis section needs to detail how the information for the report was obtained and any limitations. The place to start is in your own head. How much do you already know about the topic? Write everything down.Use the library. Not just the internet. The

9、re are books, magazines, newspapers, and staff to help you. Take notes and organise the information in a folder.Remember to write down all the information about any book or web site, etc. for the bibliography: author, title, date published, publisher and place published (see Appendix B of this repor

10、t).Note taking skills are necessary when reading information and you must summarise much of that information.5.Detailed Findings18The largest section of the report it will contain all the information and analysis, including tables, charts and diagrams.The body must be divided into logical sections a

11、nd subsections with headings identical to those in the Table of Contents.It will include headings and sub-headings which reflect the contents of each section.Although a report starts with a synopsis do not start writing it until AFTER you finish the introduction, body and conclusion in that order.5.

12、1 FIRST DRAFTDivide the body of the report into headings and subheadings, so each section can be written on its own. This makes the task seem easier.Use the passive voice (revise this section of English on Cue, Module 5). Use short sentences and simple, formal language. Include pictures if you want

13、to make it more interesting e.g. ”Diagram 2 shows that”Use your computers spell check and print preview where possible. Plan the pages carefully. Careless layout will lose marks. Check grammar and punctuation. When referencing a book, etc. in your writing remember quoting directly must use quotation

14、 marks e.g. “There are many reasons why people visit Australia.” (Smith 2012).Indirect quotes (paraphrasing): Smith (2012) says there are many different reasons people want to visit Australia.Save two copies: one on your computer and one on a USB. Lost work means starting again.5.2 SECOND DRAFTProdu

15、cing the second draft is not hard once your first draft of the report is edited, typed and saved.6.Conclusion and Recommendations19This is a summary of the main findings of the report, especially those that are for the reader/client.20Conclusion should tell what the detailed findings mean for the re

16、ader/client in relation to the scope of the report or research objectives.The recommendations should list the action that you recommend should be taken based on these conclusions.6.1 CONCLUSIONIt is hoped this guide will benefit students in at least two ways. Firstly, to give a step by step method t

17、o report writing. Secondly, it is to be used as an example of report writing.The process of report writing is obviously a long and complex one. Each step should be completed before moving on to the next one. Do NOT put off starting to research and write just because it is difficult.Make sure the inf

18、ormation in the report is relevant to the topic and discusses the issues mentioned in the introduction. 6.2 RECOMMENDATIONS+ Take one step at a time+ Do not waste time+ Use all the resources available+ Talk to your teacher if in doubt+ Start now7 BIBLIOGRAPHY21The bibliography is an alphabetical lis

19、t of references used in preparation of the reportStudents should refer to their textbook for guidelines on how to correctly reference information sources.Jordan, R.R (1990) Academic Writing Course, Collins ELT, London.Mangubhai, Francis and Pritchard, R (1996) English on Cue, USQ, Toowoomba.http:/ww

20、w.epa.vic.gov.au/ecologicalfootprint/globalfootprint/index.asp222324APPENDIX 25The appendices section is for material that is relevant and is referred to in the report, but is too long or is not necessary to be included in the body of the report.26Examples: QuestionnaireAppendices to be labelled: Ap

21、pendix A, Appendix B etc.WRITING A BIBLIOGRAPHYTake careful note of the order in which the information appears below alphabetically! The format is different for books, magazines and internet. Most entries begin with an author but if not then the title, etc. is shown.1.0BOOKSAuthors family name, init

22、ial or first name, (date of publication), title in italics, name of publisher, place where published.Barron, M L (2010) Business Finance, McGraw-Hill, Sydney.Kitchen, P D (Ed.) (1997) Business Law: Fundamentals, Thompson, London.Brown, M and White, P (2000) Writing Assignments, Thomas Nelson, Melbou

23、rne.2.0 JOURNALS/MAGAZINES/NEWSPAPERSAuthors family name, initial or first name, (date of publication),“title of article”, name of journal in italics, volume number, (issue number), pp. numbers.Smith, B (2002) “Can you write an essay?” ,Education Times, 64, (10), pp. 24-28.Mitchell, Ben (2000) “Stud

24、ents fail English test”, Xin Hua, 13 September, p. 5.3.0Web SitesAuthors family name, first name/initial, (date of publication), title of page in italics, URL, date accessed. Or Title of page, URL, date accessed.Quinion, M, (1996) Citing online sources. Advice on online citations formats http:/www.worldwidewords.org/articles/citation.htm (Accessed 7.9.2013)Information resource, www.immi.gov.au/visas (Accessed 20/10/2012)