Using the same topic as the proposal report, write an 1800-2000 word RECOMMENDATION REPORT that provides a list of action plans and solutions to your key problem. Write a letter of transmittal (cover
Grading Rubric for Recommendation Report Assignment (20%)
Letter of Transmittal & Abstract (prefatory pages)
Introduces report and context for report
Summary of main points
Call for action
Abstract /5
Introduction:
Identifies readership/audience and needs
Purpose of proposal
Description of situation
Definition of any key terms
Problem statement or question
Cost/consequences of problem (summary)
Approach to research and finding solutions (summary)
Summarize why you are the right person to do the research and the work /6
Analysis of Problem
Explains problem in detail
Causes
Impact /3
Scope of research
What you will do/discuss; what you will not do/discuss
Current/potential limitations of research /2
Best Solution(s)
Discussion of best solution
Summary of your own research to date
Reasons why this is best solution/benefits (backed by evidence/stats/ examples, etc.) /6
Work plan
Stages of project with time lines for completing each
Costs to reader/company/potential clients /3
Conclusion
Concise summary of facts (major points) presented in report /2
Recommendations
Actions to be taken based on conclusion of report/ call to action /2
Format / Style
Use of headings, lists – parallelism
Clear, grammatical sentences
In text citations for quotations—APA style
List of references in APA style /6
TOTAL: /35
