Report It in Writing - Softcover

Debbie J. Goodman

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0134403630 ISBN 13: 9780134403632

Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div, 1995

Synopsis

This easy to use workbook is designed to improve the ability of law enforcement professionals to write effectively. Each section presents a brief rule relating to the covered topic accompanied by examples and applications. Using sample police, corrections, and probation scenarios this book provides comprehensive coverage of topics specifically related to writing law enforcement reports. Among these topics chronological order, facts vs. opinions, proofreading, note taking, taking statements, reporting procedures, ethical reporting, and organization techniques. The book presents clear and concise rules and applications for six different writing topics in separate parts of speech, word usage, sentence structure, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. The second edition of Report It in Writing has been updated to include a substantial amount of new material covering ethical reporting, taking statements, note taking, and reporting procedures. It also provides additional exercises on grammar, spelling, punctuation, and proofreading. An essential reference for on writing reports for law enforcement and corrections officers.

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: Prentice Hall College Div
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0134403630
• ISBN 13: 9780134403632
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 246