Explain Your eBook Purpose
The eBook’s introduction tells the reader what this document is about and why the tutorial will help them. This page provides some examples and tips for the introductory materials.
What to Do
1️⃣Begin with your purpose statement. This sentence literally says what your document accomplishes–think of this as your promise to the reader. Start by following the basic purpose statement formula:
[TRANSISTION PHRASE] + [DOCUMENT TYPE] + [VERB TO DESCRIBE THE GOAL] + [OVERALL TOPIC OF THE DOCUMENT] = Your promise to the reader.
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This eBook is a tutorial that explains how to record and post a podcast using Spotify.
In this chapter on eBook Purposes, I provide explanations to help you craft the purpose statement and introduction of your project.
2️⃣Then, quickly draft the key points for why your tutorial is helpful to the primary audience: come up with 2-3 reasons why the topic you chose and your tutorial adds value. Tell the people what is going on and why they need it (or let them decide if they need it because you clearly explained the what and potential why).
3️⃣You can include any background, context, or theoretical information about the topic. You probably only need 1-2 paragraphs of that context if it helps you explain the value of this procedure to the audience. You should also include any precautionary statements for their safety.
4️⃣End with the Tools/Materials/Parts List as appropriate. Every procedure requires some form of tools or materials. Your materials might be paperwork, file types, equipment, or prior knowledge.
Analyze this example and use it as a model. [1]
Welcome to this tutorial, specifically designed with a student audience in mind. As a student, you’re likely juggling many tasks and responsibilities, from attending lectures and studying for exams to completing assignments and participating in extracurricular activities. Amidst all these, mastering the art of effective time management and organization can be a game-changer.
This eBook aims to equip you with the necessary tools and strategies to better manage your time and tasks, enhancing your overall academic performance and personal development. Not only will these skills help you maintain a healthy balance between your studies and personal life, but they will also prove invaluable as you transition into the professional world.
Throughout this tutorial, we will delve into various techniques, from traditional time management methods to utilization of modern digital tools. Each chapter has been crafted to provide step-by-step guidance, ensuring that you can easily implement these practices into your daily routine.
By the end of this eBook, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively manage your time and tasks. This will help you to reduce stress, improve productivity, and ultimately, achieve your academic goals with greater ease.
Dive in, and embark on this journey towards becoming a more organized, productive, and successful student.
Analysis Questions
Here are some questions to help you analyze the provided introduction and guide your own writing process. [2]
Target Audience:
- How does the introduction specifically address the student audience? What language and tone are used?
- Are there any specific challenges or experiences of students mentioned?
- Does the introduction build a sense of connection and relevance for the student reader?
Purpose:
- Explicitness: Does the introduction clearly state the purpose of the tutorial? What words or phrases are used to indicate the focus on student success hacks?
- Target audience: Is the introduction tailored specifically for students? How does it acknowledge their challenges and needs?
- Value proposition: Does the introduction highlight the benefits of learning the presented hacks? What specific improvements are promised in terms of academic performance and personal development?
Structure and Organization:
- Hook: Does the introduction grab the reader’s attention? How does it paint a relatable picture of the student experience?
- Problem-solution: Does the introduction clearly identify the problem (time management challenges) and present the tutorial as the solution?
- Preview: Does the introduction provide a brief overview of the content covered in the tutorial? How are the key techniques and benefits mentioned?
- Call to action: Does the introduction encourage the reader to dive into the tutorial? How does it create a sense of excitement and anticipation?
Style and Tone:
- Engagement: Does the introduction use a friendly and approachable tone that resonates with students?
- Clarity and conciseness: Is the writing clear and easy to understand? Are complex terms or jargon avoided?
- Active voice: Does the introduction use active voice to create a sense of forward momentum and action?
Applying to Your Own Introduction:
- Analyze your chosen student success hack: Identify the specific problem it addresses and the benefits it offers.
- Craft a hook: Create an opening that captures the attention of your student audience and relates to their experiences.
- Clearly state the purpose: Explain how your tutorial will help students achieve their academic goals and improve their overall well-being.
- Provide a preview: Briefly outline the key techniques and strategies covered in your tutorial.
- End with a call to action: Encourage your readers to start exploring the content and embark on their journey to success.
By using these questions to analyze the provided example and tailor them to your specific hack, you can craft an engaging and effective introduction for your own student success tutorial.
- Generated by Moonbeam, Prompt: Explain how to write an introduction for a tutorial that Language is clearly directed towards a student audience (what) with a (when) and a (why) described through the purpose of the task. A reader would know exactly what this eBook will help them accomplish and how it helps them as a student. ↵
- Content created with Google Bard. Prompt: You are a student completing a project requiring you to explain the purpose and value of a tutorial for a student success hack in an introduction. Create questions to help analyze this example that will guide the writing process for your own introduction [inserted the sample introduction]. ↵
