Report writing

Report writing

This guide will introduce the basics of report writing, covering:

• the purpose

• the structure (generic advice, not School specific)

• the writing style

Top tips for report writing

• A report is an account of what you have done, how you did it and why the results are important

• A report has a defined structure

• The report should be specific, objective, critical and concise

• You can usually use headings, diagrams and bullet points in a report

Click on the image below to work through the online tutorial for report writing. There are activities for you to take part in along the way.

The resources below are available in different formats to suit your learning style.

Visual:

Text based:

Bite-size:

Video (Sections of a Report):

Additional useful resources can be found on the reading list for report writing. Click on the image below to access the reading list.

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