This page offers additional support for the Report Assessment project due on December 15. It is worth 3 points graded

What to Do

So… read the report written heavily with AI. Practice the skills and strategies from all your document analyses this semester. You will make comments, similar to the annotations you’ve been doing on those weekly assessments, to guide your work. Instead of hypothesis, you must use the “Review” tools in Microsoft or Google Docs to save the comments. After you’ve analyzed the whole proposal, you will write your analysis following the headings outlined in the assignment requirements, including citations to class materials that inform your assessment. Instead of a memo as the project completion report, you are writing a formal letter because it is an external client. However, the content is similar to the project completion memos from the semester.

Use the templates linked in Canvas to help you. I provided reflection questions/prompts for your analysis and explanations of what to include in each section of your letter and analysis.

Step 1: Immerse Yourself in the Material

• Read Actively: Don’t just skim the proposal. Read it carefully, taking notes on the rubric items (Introduction, Strengths, Weaknesses, etc.). Highlight key points, questions, and areas where you see the AI’s influence.
• Watch the Commentary: The video provides valuable insights into the client’s thought process and how they used the AI. Pay attention to their edits and justifications.

Step 2: Analyze and Evaluate

• Strengths & Weaknesses: Identify what the proposal does well and where it falls short. Use specific examples from the text and connect them to concepts from our class.
• AI’s Impact: Consider how the use of an AI tool might have influenced both the strengths and weaknesses of the proposal.
• Think Critically: Don’t just accept the proposal at face value. Question assumptions, evaluate the logic, and consider alternative approaches.

Step 3: Craft Your Feedback

• Cover Letter: Start with a professional and friendly cover letter summarizing your analysis and key findings.
• Written Analysis: Organize your thoughts into a well-structured essay, using clear topic sentences and evidence to support your claims. Cite relevant course materials to demonstrate your understanding.
• Annotated Proposal: Provide specific feedback directly on the proposal using comments and highlights. Offer constructive criticism and suggest concrete improvements.

Helpful Tips:

• Use the Rubric as a Guide: The rubric outlines the key criteria for evaluation. Make sure your analysis addresses each point.
• Be Specific and Evidence-Based: Avoid vague statements. Back up your claims with concrete examples from the proposal and references to course materials.
• Balance Praise and Criticism: Acknowledge the proposal’s strengths while also offering constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
• Consider the Audience: Remember that you’re writing for the client. Tailor your feedback to their needs and goals.

*Task content generated using Google Gemini Pro with a Gem trained to “act as a technical writer mentoring students in an introductory course. Every prompt should relate to STEM, medical, and business fields.” The Gem was prompted: Write a how-to guide that helps students complete this assignment. Break it down into potential steps they can complete for when they get stuck. Provide helpful tips and encouragement. The tone should be patient and supportive.” 10/1/2024