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Monday, April 26, 2010
Nick Schroeder: Disease that I would like Cured....
The disease I chose to talk about was the common cold. I know that there are other, far more lethal diseases out there, but I just wanted to pick and talk about one that is so obvious, no one would ever think to choose it.
CoriM: Healthcare Not So Fair
As for the new health care bill, I’m not a big supporter. I keep reading newspaper articles about the implemented changes and keep finding that not even a professional writer can make it sound good. I had the chance to speak with some doctors about how they felt about the new healthcare reform. Needless to say, not too many were excited about the changes that are to come about. Besides who like to deal with insurance companies?So what I found was that family practitioner’s salaries will be hit hard with the new insurance mandate, not to mention they will be required to provide insurance to all employees. I mean, the doctors are getting hit hard a decreased salary yet they are being asked to spend more money, sort of ironic no?
Obama is also trying to get all doctors to use electronic records for all patients. If this law gets passed, it would cut out a huge part of professional writing but would also save patients time since there would be less forms to fill out. These electronic records would also be used to fill prescriptions, eliminating the need to fill out lengthy forms. The only problem is that technology isn’t reliable (the power goes out, files can be hacked, computer viruses) where as written records are always accessible.
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http://www.allmandandlee.com/bankruptcy_blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Medical-Bills2.jpg
Obama is also trying to get all doctors to use electronic records for all patients. If this law gets passed, it would cut out a huge part of professional writing but would also save patients time since there would be less forms to fill out. These electronic records would also be used to fill prescriptions, eliminating the need to fill out lengthy forms. The only problem is that technology isn’t reliable (the power goes out, files can be hacked, computer viruses) where as written records are always accessible.
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http://www.allmandandlee.com/bankruptcy_blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/Medical-Bills2.jpg
James M: Write With the Best
When writing professionally as a lawyer it is very important that they are meticulous and correct in all phases of their writing process. One mistake or ill explained thought can be the deciding factor that loses an attorney any given case. Also lawyers must always know what kind of audience their writing to and use the appropriate language in their writing. When writing to a judge it’s important that the attorney’s writing looks professional, clear, and concise. This is because a judge does not want to be distracted or mislead by unneeded information or run on sentences, it will only make you look less qualified and the judge less likely to agree with your argument. But when writing to a client it may be ok to use more detailed and less formal approach to ensure that they know everything they should know and aren’t left confused by the wording in the document. A great deal of a lawyer’s success is going to depend on how well they can communicate in writing, so it is of the upmost importance that a lawyer knows exactly how to compose all their written documents.
Both photos are courtesy of http://www.sxc.hu/ from the resources tab in angel.
Kelly G. Dr. Vs. Nurse
The purpose of this toondoo is to portray the difference between the amount of professional writing required for a doctor and a nurse. For the most part nurses are expected to generate reports, keep records and write perscriptions that the doctor signs off on. The doctor is there to make the diagnosis. The biggest difference between a doctor and a nurse the the pay difference. Since doctors go to school longer, they make more. Nurses still make adequate pay but not nearly as much as the doctor, and they do more work.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Meghan H. Cure Cancer!
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Cancer has devastated millions of families across the world. There are more than 400 different types of cancers that one can be diagnosed with. Personally my family has been heavily affected twice due to this disease.
The first person who was diagnosed in my family with my Grandfather, my mom’s dad. He has colon cancer, which was diagnosed as “high grade” and rapidly spread throughout his entire body. My grandfather died peacefully in his sleep 13 years ago when I was ten.
The second person who was diagnosed with cancer was my best friend, my hero, my mother. She was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She fought the cancer for 5 years and peacefully past away in October 2008.
Cancer has made me struggle with loss and heartache. Every day I miss my grandfather and my mother dearly. Cancer has made me struggle the past year without a mother and I continue to fight the battle against cancer even though I do not have it.
If I could cure any disease, it would be cancer!
Doctor's are doing research on how to cure cancer. Professional writing is extremely important in finding a cure for cancer because researcher/doctors have to write several documentations, reports, memos, letters, in order to find a cure. It is important that these types of communication and documentations are accurate, professional, informative, and have appropriate tone for each type of professional writing that is being done.
Cervical Ribbon take from http://api.ning.com/files/mE-JfaVXfZItI*an-RcTZFnVS-xfXzg3WzFqzlh2HbQECL3JhyHUiFk4jKdIGyBxw7koEViIFWLqcqfW7l-ec8Spir74Vg5J/CervicalCancerRibbon.jpg
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Monday, April 19, 2010
Nick Schroeder: Regular Hotel vs Resort Hotel
Obviously, everyone has different tastes when it comes to the type of place he/she would like to stay at while away on a business trip, or just on vacation. But typically, it can be said that most people would prefer to stay at a fancy resort hotel rather than at just a regular one. The scenery at a resort tends to be much nicer (since you're usually near a beach, instead of in the cramped city), and also the general atmosphere tends to be much more relaxing. Of course, those fancy hotels are likely to cost you quite a bit more money than the regular ones.
But this is where research comes in. If you spend enough time on the computer looking up various hotels, and comparing them to one another, you'd be surprised at the kind of deals you can find. This is especially true when you're planning your vacation in slower seasons (when resort hotels often offer discounts). And not only that, but when you do research on various hotels, you can also acquire information about each one. This information often comes in the form of reviews from the people that have stayed there. These reviews can be very important, since they can tell you a lot about the hotel you're considering.
So the next time you're planning a trip and you need to look into a hotel to stay at during your visit, keep in mind that researching various hotels ahead of time could directly affect whether you have an enjoyable experience or a miserable one at the place you are staying.
Kelly G. "The Pink Palace"
Based on my experience with hotels, the best ones are so relaxing that they seem to take you away from reality. A lot of that has to do with location, any exotic place provides a vacationer with a combination of excitement and allure. Other things factor in to the "greatness" of the hotel like a friendly staff, amenities and the general atmosphere of the hotel. Everyone wants to be spoiled at their hotel, so the more money your willing to shell out, the better service you'll receive. One of my favorite hotels is the Don Cesar on the beautiful beaches of St. Pete. Dubbed "the pink palace," this resort has accommodated hundreds of celebrities, even President Bill Clinton. Amenities include a day spa, fine dining restaurants, two pools, a jacuzzi, cabanas and so much more.
Professional writing is necessary to keep a hotel running. One of the biggest ways it is used is through advertising and marketing. Brochures, websites and ads must be written in a way that attracts guests and showcases what the hotel has to offer. It's also used for records and billing. There must be some sort of system employed to keep reservations and bill guests.
Hotels typically have a large staff, professional writing is crucial for communication between employees. Furthermore it's effective for paying the staff and keeping their records.
Cori M: Vacation to the Fullest
When I think of the word hotel, I think of basic amenities like a bed, bathroom, and newly wrapped soap, and cheap linens. There's usually not much to do except go to the pool or visit the incredibly small fitness center. Needless to say, most time is spent away from the hotel.
However, when I think of resort I think of relaxation, comfort, and quality (not to mention a massage, golf course, and maybe even their own private beach). A resort offers more activities on their property, eliminating any reason for their guests to leave.
Christina C. Spend a Weekend at the Dolphin
One of the best hotels in Orlando, Florida is Walt Disney World’s Dolphin. Not only is the hotel great, located in the heart of all the main attractions, but so is the website. When choosing the best hotel/resort for a special occasion or event, one looks at what the website has to offer first rather than the hotel or resort. If the website is dull, boring and has minimal descriptions, then the person looking for a decent hotel/resort will just glimpse at the site for a second and move on to the next page. This is where professional writing comes in…
When browsing the fabulous website, featuring images of the lovely Dolphin resort, it was so easy to get excited when mom told my younger sister, brother and I that this is where we would be going for my brothers 15th birthday (about 2 years ago). Though the main page has only three little paragraphs describing the different features of the resort, they are still able to catch the viewers’ attention. At least it did for me. The websites editor clearly paid attention to word mechanics and grammar and showed he/she is greatly educated in paragraph styles and techniques. For example:
The Wonder of Play
Graced by five outdoor pools, including a grotto pool with a water slide, waterfalls and white sand beach, the resort is a world to itself with nearby golf, tennis, sand volleyball courts, the new Mandara Spa, health clubs and Camp Dolphin, our supervised children's activity center
All I can say about that is my mom sure did try to dump us all (including my dad and older cousins) at the children’s activity center so she could have some time to herself and the spa. Did it work? Of course not! This paragraph is not only brief, but full of details that are so correct! The Dolphin is really a world of its own with so many things to do and see. While spending a whole week there, my family and I forgot that we were at a hotel because it is so big and beautiful connecting to everything including another resort called The Swan.
The use of visual graphics is also a plus to the website because it is so elegant and pulls you in to visit other links in the website. Having visuals is just as important as having professional writing techniques. Two thumps up Disney! :)
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=468
James Marmolejo: If you dont know how to write, then you dont know how to win
Lawyers must take the writing they compose extremely seriously. Especially in litigation law 90% of the judge’s decision is going to come from the written brief you present to him to make your claim about the given case. If the brief looks unprofessional, has excessive words, or doesn’t stick to the direct point you’re trying to get across to the judge he will assume that you do not know how to present information correctly and concisely and most likely will find your client guilty. So no matter what your profession will be it’s of the upmost importance that one knows how to compose the professional writing in their given occupation, to ensure their own success.
Meghan H. Who Needs Quality?
A person that is looking for good qualities of any hotel should look at 6 main categories which are amenities, cleanliness, location, comfort, prices and most of all service.
In the hospitality industry amenities are things extra that hotels provide other than a room.
Cleanliness is so important in a hotel to the health and safety of guest. Since, many people stay in the same rooms at different times it is important that it is cleaned efficiently every time to prevent, the spreading of viruses, diseases, and germs.
Location, location, location! Location determines exactly what kind of guest you attract.
Comfort is what determines a guest stay a success or not. It is the number 1 factor if the guest will return to the property again or not.
Service is what determines the hotels quality which distinguishes a good hotel from a GREAT hotel. Guest evaluates service by how friendly the staff is, and response times.
In tough economical times, pricing is a very touchy subject in the hospitality industry. There is a new trend in the hospitality industry that saves guest money and allows hotels to make money. This new trend is different websites such as Expedia, and Hotwire.Professional writing contributes to all six of these qualities that hotel needs to be sucessful.Professional writing is important to hotels quality due to proper signage, memos, and reports.
Photo credits:
Image 1 taken from, http://www.wayfaring.info/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/santorini-princess-hotel.jpg
Image 2 taken from, http://img14.imageshack.us/i/amenities1.jpg/
Image 3 taken from, http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/resources/aboutus/history/images/be_clean_9.gif
Image 4 taken from, http://www.montanacabins.com/big-sky-mountain-resort5.jpg
Image 5 taken from, https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqOdTNlQJ22aUuvM0iwu6jbRLOoEgJEIY_O9HfKPqAnYUcCM1uNi7EkeUV2vZsjRbq5BaXYVaMberJKUeXZLIiLcgfHezqQXaJb2NJalgkkD_WmFg3e2PXthuBN_qkpjE6RCHcRwQxFFc/s400/Comfortable+Hotel+Room+Photos+01.jpg
Image 6 taken from, http://clericalsolutions.files.wordpress.com/2009/08/customer_service1.jpg
Image 7 taken from, http://www.boosttwitterfollowers.com/images/money_tree.jpg
Monday, April 12, 2010
Nick Schroder: The Dangers of Procrastination
Powerpoint about Procrastination
I FINALLY figured out how to upload my powerpoint! I'm sorry that I am submitting this late..... hopefully I can still get some kind of credit for it. :(
I promise that I did have it 100% finished by the deadline, it was just not posted in time due to my lack of skill in embedding things.
I hope you guys like it. :)
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Monday, April 5, 2010
Shantasia B. "The Case For Legal Writing"
This video gives great insight on how to perfect your legal writing and the importance of legal writing. The video talks about the importance of writing in how in the future profession. Being able to write will help judge understand what direction you are trying to get them to go with the case that you are presenting. It also talks about how writing is mostly what an attorney does, thats why they stress writing in law school. One guy in the video said that most jobs ask for a sample of your writing when applying to a law firm. This is important aspect of getting a job in this field. The most important tip given is that not only knowing how to write must know how to write to get the audience to agree with your point of view at all times. This is essential to success in this field.
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