Report It in Writing - Softcover

Goodman, Debbie J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0132193809 ISBN 13: 9780132193801

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2006

Synopsis

Designed to teach law enforcement professionals how to write more effectively. Focusing on report writing essentials, parts of speech, word usage, sentence structure, grammar, spelling and punctuation, it reinforces basic rules of the English language and writing techniques that work effectively for police and correction reports. This new edition features an increased emphasis on interview skills, more jargon and slang terms, new English and report-writing exercises and ethical scenarios that reinforce report writing skills. An emphasis on interview skills - Shows readers how to ask questions that reveal more detailed and accurate information. Demonstrates the connection between effective questioning and effective report writing. More jargon and slang terms - Familiarizes readers with terms they may encounter in the field. Minimizes confusion regarding street terms and unfamiliar vocabulary.  Law enforcement professionals.

About this title

From the Publisher

A very easy to use workbook. In each section, you will find a brief rule relating to the topic, examples of the rule, and application exercises. The workbook is designed to heighten your ability to write effectively, on the part of the law enforcement professional.

From the Back Cover

The 5thedition ofReport It in Writingis a must-have, must-read guide for Public Safety professionals who need to write reports. Organized in an easy-to-follow A to Z format, it discusses both report writing elements and basic writing skills. Each part tackles a specific aspect of report writing—from listening to punctuation. Integrated exercises focus on indentifying basic facts and reinforcing basic rules of the English language.  With its emphasis on ethics, investigative reporting and interpersonal skills, this book shows officers not only what information should go into reports, but also how to write this information well. New features to this edition include:

New spelling exercises

New punctuation exercises

New grammar exercises

New proofreading exercises

New chronological order exercises

New pre and post tests

 

 Law enforcement professionals.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0132193809
• ISBN 13: 9780132193801
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 244