英文Report模板

1、Tittlesubtitlenamedate1. Executive SummaryThe executive summary provides a syno psis of the report. It should in elude:* A statement on the purpose of the report -what it sets out to achieve* A brief outline of the scope of the report and/or research methodology* An outline of the major issues or fi

2、ndings covered in the report* An outline of the major conclusions and recommendationsof thereport.The executive summary should not include new information nor should it be used as an in troducti on to the report.As the executive summary is a summary of the report, it should ALWAYS bethe LAST sect io

3、n of the report writte n2Table of Contents1. Executive Summary 错误！未定义书签Table of Contents 错误！未定义书签2. Introduction or Background 错误！未定义书签3. Scope of Report or Research Objectives . 错误！未定义书签4. Research Methodolgy 错误！未定义书签4.1 Primary Sources4.2 Secondary Sources5. Detailed Findings 错误！未定义书签5.1 First Dra

4、ft错误！未定义书签5.2 Second Draft6. Conclusions and Recommendations 6.1 Conclusion6.2 Recommendations7. Bibliography .8APPENDIX .912. Introduction or BackgroundIt may in elude an outli ne of the terms of refere neeor the reas ons for thedecision to write the report (see below).Explain the background to the

5、 issue/problem/topic (this could be the history, etc. that helps us un dersta nd the issue/problem/topic.What are the differe nt poi nts of view/op inions about the issue/problem/topic?What is likely to happen in the future?This report was requested by a nu mber of stude nts hav ing difficulty un de

6、rsta nding how to write a report.This report aims to give students a plan to follow when preparing their material and an example of the layout of a report.The material for this report was gathered from various books and web sites which will be referred to later. This format is not the only way to wr

7、ite a report.It is written especially for students undertaking Academic English. However it can be a useful guide to any stude nt in any subject.83. Scope of Report or Research ObjectivesOutline the purpose of your report.The scope of the report should define major issues or research objectives to b

8、e addressed by the report.If in doubt, ask you teacher. They may be able to help you find the right place to look for information.4. Research MethodologyMost reports will in elude:« 4.1 primary sourcesof in formati on surveys, questi onn aires« 4.2 sec on dary sourcesof in formatio n books

9、, internetThis sect ion n eeds to detail how the in formatio n for the report was obta ined and any limitations. The place to start is in your own head. How much do you already know about the topic? Write everyth ing dow n.Use the library. Not just the in ternet. There are books, magaz in es,n ewspa

10、pers, and staff to help you. Take no tes and orga nise the in formati on in a folder.Remember to write down all the information about any book or web site, etc. for the bibliography: author, title, date published, publisher and place published (see Appe ndix B of this report).Note tak ing skills are

11、 n ecessary whe n read ing in formati on and you must summarise much of that in formati on.5. Detailed FindingsThe largest section of the reportt will contain all the information andan alysis, in clud ing tables, charts and diagrams.The body must be divided into logical secti ons and subsecti ons wi

12、thheadings ide ntical to those in the Table of Contents.It will in clude headi ngs and sub-headi ngs which reflect the contents of each secti on.Although a report starts with a synopsis do not start writing it until AFTER you finish the introduction, body and conclusion in that order.5.1 FIRST DRAFT

13、Divide the body of the report into headi ngs and subheadi ngs, so each sect ion can be written on its own. This makes the task seem easier.Use the passive voice (revise this sect ionof En glish on Cue, Module 5 ). Useshort senten ces and simple, formal la nguage. In clude pictures if you want to mak

14、e it more interesting e.g.” Diagram 2 shows that ”Use your computer ' s spell check and print preview where possible. Plan the pages carefully. Careless layout will lose marks. Check grammar and pun ctuati on.When referencing a book, etc. in your writing remember quoting directly must use quotat

15、ion marks e.g. “There are many reasons why people visit Australia .” (Smith 2012).In direct quotes (paraphras in g): Smith (2012) says there are many differe nt reas ons people want to visit Australia.Save two copies: one on your computer and one on a USB. Lost work means starti ng aga in.5.2 SECOND

16、 DRAFTProduc ing the sec ond draft is not hard once your first draft of the report is edited, typed and saved.6. Conclusion and RecommendationsThis is a summary of the main findings of the report, especially those that are for the reader/client.Conclusion should tell what the detailed findings mean

17、for the reader/client in relation to the scope of the report or research objectives.The recommendations should list the action that you recommend should be taken based on these conclusions.6.1 CONCLUSIONIt is hoped this guide will benefit students in at least two ways. Firstly, to give a step by ste

18、p method to report writing. Secondly, it is to be used as an example of report writing.The process of report writing is obviously a long and complex one. Each step should be completed before moving on to the next one. Do NOT put off starting to research and write just because it is difficult.Make su

19、re the information in the report is relevant to the topic and discusses the issues mentioned in the introduction.6.2 RECOMMENDATIONS+ Take one step at a time+ Do not waste time+ Use all the resources available+ Talk to your teacher if in doubt+ Start now7 BIBLIOGRAPHYThe bibliography is an alphabeti

20、cal list of references used in preparation of the reportStudents should refer to their textbook for guidelines on how to correctly reference information sources.Jordan, R.R (1990) Academic Writing Course, Collins ELT, London. Mangubhai, Francis and Pritchard, R (1996) English on Cue , USQ, Toowoomba

21、.gov.au/ecologicalfootprint/globalfootprint/index.aspAPPENDIXThe appe ndices sect ion is for material that is releva nt and is referred to in the report, but is too long or is not n ecessary to be in eluded in the body of the report.Examples: Questio nn aireAppe ndices to be labelled: Appe ndix A, A

22、ppe ndix B etc.WRITING A BIBLIOGRAPHYTake careful n ote of the order in which the in formatio n appears below alphabetically! The format is differe nt for books, magaz ines and intern et. Most en tries beg in with an author but if not the n the title, etc. is show n.1.0 BOOKSAuthor ' s family name, initial or first name, (date of publication) title in italics , n ame of publisher, place where published.Barron, M L (2010) Business Finance , McGraw-Hill, Sydney.Kitche n, P D (Ed.) (1997 ) Bus in ess Law: Fun dame ntals , Thomps on, London.Brow n, M a