Unit – 5

Writing Practices

5.1 Comprehension

An important development that has taken place in the world of education during past 50 years is the insistence on what is sometimes called 'close reading requires careful and concentrated effort, for what is sought to be understood or not merely surface meaning of the given text, but also the presuppositions behind it the implications which follow from it, together with its tone and mood and the attitude of its author

Multiple-choice questions asked in most examinations for testing comprehension have a wide sweep and they aim at testing diverse skills from the contextual meaning of a word to inferential and implications meanings of single sentences or of the whole text

Each question in a multiple-choice framework is called an item. Each item consists of a stem, which is an introductory question, direction or incomplete statement. The choices from which the candidate selects his answer are optical response/alternatives. Out of them (usually four) one option is the answer correct option/key, while all other options are distractors. Here is an example:

When I met Raju yesterday, it was the first time I --------- him since our marriage.

Responses:

a)     Saw

b)    have seen

c)     had seen

d)    had been seeing

Often candidates are asked to tick off the best response, since more than one response may be 'correct" in a greater or lesser degree. In such cases there is nothing like the correct response or answer.

An error analysis of the responses of a large population of candidates appearing various examinations has revealed the following common types of comprehension errors:

Most distracters capitalize on these errors and an awareness of them will prove helpful in choosing the correct response. Just as words and phrases make up a sentence, a number of sentences put together constitute a paragraph, and several inter-related paragraphs form part of an essay.

The key to good composition, be it a sentence, paragraph or essay, is structure of organization. How are parts related to one another and to the whole? This is the most crucial question. For, composition is after all the art of good construction and all that it involves. Ideally, a good essay like a good house is not only well-structured but also aesthetically satisfying. It should say what it wants to methodically, forcefully and convincingly.

The latter two attributes are mostly a matter of style, which has to be cultivated. Being methodical, however, is a matter of learning the rules of good organization or structure. Now we will have a look at the different ways in which writing comprehension can be tested. Most of these are used by various testing authorities in various public and competitive examinations.

True/False Writing Tests:

Read the passage below and decide whether the statements following it are true or false:
Here is a life-story as incredible as any tale out of the Arabian Nights. It's the story of a prophet (Tolstoy) who died in our own times in 1910, to be exact-and who was so venerated that for twenty years before he died an unbroken and unending stream of admirers made pilgrimage to his home in order to catch a glimpse of his face, hear the sound of his voice, or touch the hem of his garment.

(a) Tolstoy was admired and respected only after his death.

 (b) Even the most insignificant things about Tolstoy interested his friends

Multiple-choice Items:

It is evident that there is a close connection between the capacity to use language and the capacities covered by the verb 'to think'. Indeed, some writers have identified thinking with using words: Plato coined the aphorism, 'In thinking the soul is talking to itself"; J.B.Watson reduced thinking to inhibited speech located in the minute movements or tensions of the physiological mechanisms involved in speaking; and although Ryle is careful to point out that there are many senses in which a person is said to think in which words are not in evidence, he has also said that saying something in a specific frame of mind is thinking a thought.

1. Thinking and using language, according to the author, are

(a) unrelated

 (b) closely connected

(c) identical

 (d) mutually dependent

2. The thing common to Plato, Watson, and Ryle is their belief in

(a) the soul's capacity to talk to itself

 (b) some relation between most thinking and language

(c) thinking being unexpressed speech

 (d) complete identity between thinking and speech

Completion Items:

These are essentially supply-type and it is doubtful whether they can be regarded objective. There can be several formats of the completion items. Thus, one way of framing the completion item can be as follows:

What is apartheid?

It is the policy of ... Africans inferior, and separate from Europeans. ... are to be kept … separate by not being ... to live as citizens with rights in lawns. They may go to European towns to ..., but they may not have their families ..., they must live in 'Bantustans', the areas specifically earmarked for them. They are not to ... with Europeans by... in the same cafes, waiting rooms ... of trains, seats in parks. They are not to ... from the same beaches, go to the ... cinemas, play on the same game... or in the same teams.

Note: Often questions on reading comprehension include those on individual vocabulary items and phrases as in the following example:

Comprehension Passage:

To turn up and down is but a form of busy idleness. The captains of industry who do the work of the world sit still, surrounded by bells and telephones. They show themselves furtively behind vast expanses of plate glass, and move only to eat or sleep. It is the common citizen of New York who is never quiet. He finds it irksome 10 stay long in the same place. Though his house may be comfortable, even luxurious, he is in a fever to leave it.

1. The phrase busy idleness here means

a. being more busy than idle

b. being more idle than busy

c. being busy but looking idle

d. being idle but looking busy

2. The word fever in the above passage means

a. too much haste

b. nervous excitement

c. anxiety

d. compulsion

Short Answer Items:

Here very brief answers are asked for. Usually, they do not exceed a few lines:
Read the passage and give short answers to the questions that follow:

Those responsible for teaching young people have resorted in different periods of history, to a variety of means for making their pupils learn. The earliest of those was the threat of punishment, which meant that the pupil who was slow, careless or inattentive risked either physical chastisement or the loss of some expected privilege or treat. Learning was thus, to some extent, associated with fear, particularly in the minds of those who found certain subjects hard to master.

At a later period, pupils were encouraged to learn in the hope of some kind of reward. This often took the form of marks awarded daily or weekly for work done, and sometimes of prizes given at the end of each year to the best scholars. Such a system appealed to the competitive spirit, but it often had just as depressing an effect as the older system of punishment on the slow but willing pupil.

The two systems suggest that teachers felt that their pupils had to be either compelled or bribed to learn. In the nineteenth century, however, there sprang up a different type of teacher, passionately convinced that learning was worthwhile for its own sake, and that the young learner's principal stimulus should be neither anxiety to avoid a penalty nor ambition to win a reward, but sheer desire to learn. These teachers used their best endeavors to render the process of learning pleasant and where this was not possible, to show that hard plodding would yield results of practical value to the learner. Interest, direct, or indirect, became the keyword of instruction, and so it has remained.

The earlier methods, however, though now practiced less frequently, have not been completely abandoned. If you walk into a modem classroom that contains all the most up-to-date equipment, you may observe a highly trained Teacher inspiring boys and girls with his own enthusiasm for his subject. Yet you will probably find that he awards marks for the work done by his pupils and you will certainly find that the careless or inattentive pupil is liable to be punished.

1. In what way was learning associated with fear?

2. What were the peculiarities of the system which encouraged competition among pupils?

3. What did the nineteenth century belief in learning for its own sake result in?

4. Discuss the three stages through which the methods of making pupils learn developed?

5. Which methods are practiced in the modern classroom?

5.2 Formal Letter Writing/ Application/ Report Writing/ Writing Minutes of Meetings

Formal Letter Writing

In all forms of writing, writing letters can be challenging and challenging, because of all the characters you write you are tried, because they are the personality and personality of all characters. And it is rewarding, because nothing can provide more satisfaction than the feelings of a born-again achievement of effective communication without a face-to-face interaction. Good writing, therefore, is what everyone should read.

Writing letters is an art and a strategy. The latter can be followed by following formal meetings; the former must be nurtured with the care and deepest interest of man. The letters are generally divided into the following four categories: friendly or informal letters, business letters; invitations and responses, as well as the use of functions.

Here we will take only three of these, leaving invitations and answers. Although there are legitimate differences between the three types, some general principles can be imposed that can apply to all. We might call them the essentials of a good book '. The following are:

Knowing What to Say:

Nothing is more harmful to good communication than muddle-headedness resulting in not being able to make one's point. Before writing a letter, one should be sure of what one wants to say and accordingly one should be in command of all the necessary facts and information arranged logically and systematically.

Clarity:

Knowing what one wants to say is not enough unless one says it in as clear a Language as possible. Here comes the importance of the right word and the right expression put in a sentence constructed neatly and with precision. It should, however, be remembered that right words and write expressions become relevant only when they occur in the right place. Thus, emotional and even flowery language may be apposite to a personal Letter but it will be completely out of place in a business letter.

Brevity:

A few generations ago, when man enjoyed unlimited space and time, prolixity in language would not have been unwelcome, at Least in certain kinds of correspondence. In the modern age, however, addition of even one extra word cost time and energy most people will like to avoid. It is all the more the business correspondence. It means that all redundancy, be it a quotation illustration, an elaboration, in short, padding of any kind, must be avoided at all costs.

Accuracy:

Avoidance of redundant helps achieve accuracy of statement. For much unwanted language in letters is the direct result of inaccurate and inconsistent thoughts and statements. A little care, particularly habitual revision of what one has written, will go a long way towards making writing accurate.

Courtesy:

As remarked earlier, a letter reveals its writer's personality and character. Since there is always a 'you' in every letter, it is necessary that this 'you' or the addressee be shown all the courtesy and respect that language can express. Even when a complaint is lodged or a statement or application rejected, care should be taken that it is couched in polite and civilized language. It is worth remembering that while courtesy costs nothing, there is hardly anything more abrasive than impolite language.

Good Looks:

Finally, a letter must be a visual attraction to the reader. It can displease either through wrong spelling and punctuation or bad writing and typing. These are not matters merely of form as even a well-thought out-letter, rich in ideas and having all the qualities of clarity, brevity, accuracy and courtesy may not only fail to make proper impact on the reader, but may even defeat its purpose by causing him unnecessary annoyance.

It is convenient to divide all letters into 10 parts:

As these are mostly (except for the body of the letter) matters of form, we will illustrate each one of them. Often there are alternative forms, but you must choose one of them and use it consistently.

Sender's address:

(a)  Laxmi Niwas,

52 Mall Road,

Civil Lines,

Kanpur 208 016

(b) D 64 Press Road,

Nauroji Nagar,

Mysore 570 006

(c)  Department of Linguistics,

University of Delhi,

Delhi 110 007.

Date:

(a)  October 25, 1988

(b) 25th October, 1988

Direction:

(a) The Personnel Manager,

Life Insurance Corporation of India,

Bhubaneshwar, 751 006.

(b) Messrs Atma Ram & Sons,

3B Asaf Ali Roa,

New Delhi 110 001.

(c) Professor N. G. Arunachalam,

Department of Civil Engineering,

University Engineering College,

Hyderabad 500 007.

(d) Ms. Kavita Swaroop,

4/D Indira Colony,

Jawahar Nagar,

Agra 282 005.

(Messrs is used for an unlimited company or partnership of traders) (The same address is to be repeated on the envelope.)

Salutation:

(a)  Dear Sir/Madam,

(b) Sir/Madam, (in strictly formal letters to and from government departments or officials)

(c)  Dear Sirs/Gentlemen, (in the case of unlimited company, firm or partnership of traders or from a clerk to the Board of Directors, when 'Gentlemen' is preferred)

(d) Dear Mr. Swaminathan,

(e) Dear Swaminathan,

(f)    My dear Swaminathan/My dear Mr. Swaminathan, ('My dear' shows extra intimacy)

(g) My dear Ravi, (very intimate and friendly)

Reference:( in professional or commercial letters)

(a)  Sale of Old Stock (between salutation and the body of the letter) (usually placed above the direction)   

(b) Our ref...

(c)  Your ref...

Body: (the main part of the Letter, the subject matter of which will differ in each case)

Subscription:

(a)  Yours faithfully. (Most common form in formal, official and business letters)

(b) Yours truly. (Somewhat warmer than the above)

(c)  Yours sincerely, (cordial and friendly)

(d) Yours affectionately. Very sincerely yours, Yours ever, in very intimate personal letter

EXAMPLE:
 

Application
The application process for internships, internships, and graduate / professional programs usually requires a personal statement or application letter. This type of writing invites writers to present their skills with confidence and accuracy, which can be challenging.

Although the requirements are different in application and application, the purpose of this type of writing is to represent your goals, experiences and qualifications in the best possible light, and to demonstrate your writing ability. Your personal statement or request letter to present to your potential employer or program manager, so it's important that you take enough time to write a piece of creative writing.

Prepare your materials:

Before you sit down and write, prepare something to prevent frustration during the writing process itself. Obtain copies of documents such as transcript, resumes and original application form; keeping them in front of you will make your writing career a lot easier. Make a list of important information, with specific names and specific topics for employers and directors, job titles you have worked on, dates for relevant work or volunteer experiences, jobs involved etc. This way, you will be able to look at these materials while writing to include as much detail as possible.

Write a first draft:

After you've compiled and reviewed these materials, it's time to start writing. The following is a list of concerns that authors should keep in mind when writing a personal statement / request letter.

Answer the question:

The biggest problem of all writers can be the matter of answering the question being asked. For example, an app may require you to discuss why you are applying to a particular program or company. If you spend your entire article or book explaining your qualifications without stating what attracts you to the company or department, your statement will probably not be successful. To avoid this problem, read the question or assignment carefully as you prepare and again before writing. Keep the question in front of you as you write, and refer to it often.

Think Problem "I":

This is a personal statement; using the first-person pronoun "I" is acceptable. Writers often feel overconfident about using the first person excessively, either moderately or because they have learned to avoid the first and second person ("you") in any form of formal writing. However, in this type of writing using first person is important because it makes your processor more enjoyable. Using a third party can lead to an obscure and overly-named issue. While starting every sentence with "I" is not important, remember that you and your experience are the subject of the article.

Avoid unnecessary repetition:

Sometimes the author has the desire to duplicate the information in his / her statement that has already been included in other parts of the application package (resume, writing, application form, etc.). For example, it is not necessary to state your specific GPA or specific marks and subject topics in your statement or application letter. It's more efficient and more efficient to simply present a brief course progress ("I've been on Dean's list"; or "I've taken many courses in the security field") and move on to discuss the relevant job or volunteer experience in more detail.

Make Your Statement Separate:

Many authors want to make their personal statements unique or different in some way as a way to differentiate their app from the many others discovered by the company or program. One way to do this is to include at least one detailed example or anecdote that is specific to you - perhaps a description of a significant family member or personal time that has influenced your decision to pursue a particular career or qualification. This strategy makes your statement unique and memorable.

Keep It Summary:

Usually, personal statements are approximately 250 to 500 words or on a single typed page, so write them carefully while still being clarified. Making sure each paragraph is focused on one idea (one on the strength of the program, one on your research knowledge, one on your extracurricular activities, etc.) helps keep the story from getting too long. Also, spending less time working on word choice using the dictionary and thesaurus and by including adjectives should lead to less repetition and more accurate writing.

Personal Statement Format:

As mentioned earlier, the requirements for personal statements vary, but often a personal statement includes specific information and can follow this format (see the following example).

Introduction:
Most personal statements start with a bizarre opening, often the aforementioned example of distinction, as a way to get the reader's attention. From there you can link an example to the actual program / position you are applying for. State the specific name of the program or company, as well as the title of the position or degree you are seeking, in the first category.

Detailed Supporting Paragraphs:

The following sections should address any specific questions that arise from the application, which may be related to the strength of the program / rank, your qualifications, your relevance to the program / position, your long-term goals or some combination thereof. Each paragraph should focus and should contain a topic sentence that informs the reader about the emphasis in the paragraph. You need to remember, however, that examples of your experiences are appropriate and should support your argument about your qualifications.

Conclusion:
Tie together the various issues you presented in the essay, and repeat your interest in this particular program or position. You could also say how this job or degree is a step towards our long-term goal. The application letter contains many of the same features as a personal statement, but is presented in a business letter format and can sometimes be shorter and more precise than a personal statement. The application letter may not include the opening of your statement but rather includes detailed information about the program or position and how you found out about it. Your application letter usually refers to your further proceedings. Another difference is between an in-person statement and a letter of request at the conclusion, which is a request letter asking for an interview.

Revising the personal statement/application letter:

Because this section of writing is designed to get you an interview or a place in graduate school programs, it is important that you take enough time to properly review your writing. This review needs to take place at both levels of content (are you addressing the question? Is there enough information?) And level of sentences (is the writing clear? Are the machines and punctuation correct?). While tools such as spell checking and grammar testing are helpful during the review, they should not only be used; you should read more of your draft and / or get others to do so.

Sample:

Report Writing

The success of a business or industrial organization lies in doing its job for this purpose, gathering information and passing it on to those who need it is important. In the broader collection and transfer of information is happening all the time in every area of ​​formal life. So, scientists, working brokers, testers, journalists, and various professionals, government and private organizations are asked to write and report to their management on important topics at the institution or the person involved.

Reports can be as short as a few sentences and as long as a few large pages. Although reports can be verbal and informal, here we are concerned with written and formal reports. By writing the following principles can be kept in mind:

Consider your Audience:

When organizing and preparing your reports you need to know who your audience is and whether or not your content meets their interests and needs.

Enable Your Report:

Legitimacy has to do with how easy or readable it is. As most reports in normal cases type, all meetings with good typing should be followed. If there are handwritten reports, special attention should be given to writing clearly and clearly. Any departure from the above requirement will prove displeasing to your audience.

Make your Report readable:

Clarity, durability and systematic presentation of readable content. The concept is summarized better than the following:

The author does a lot by giving his reader a lot of information and taking away from him a little time.

In this regard the following five goals are met:

Avoid unnecessary Names and Texts:

Just like unwanted fat in the body, padding, prolixity and repetition violates the respect of good writing, not to mention the respect they wrote for you. So 'agree' and 'prefer' will be more acceptable than pompous 'agree with' and 'prefer'. As such, why use 'at that point in time' and at a time when we have the best and most economical holdings at that time 'and' when '. Viewed from the point of view of the report, or requested for the report, a good report will contain four important details, an analysis of the information, conclusions and recommendations. It should always be remembered that effective reporting requires special attention to the needs and expectations of the reader. It means that the author of the report has to 'snap a picture', he must think and understand himself. Now let's have a few samples of different types of reports.

Report to the manager in charge of the building crew, by accident.

14 Museum Street,

Allahabad.

December 19, 2019.

The Manager,

Mayur Construction Co Ltd.,

Sangam Square,

Allahabad.

Dear Sir,

Accident to Mr. H.D. Yadav (employee) at building 23 on December 19, 2019.

I wish to report that one of our employees, Mr. H.D. Yadav, broke his life two ribs in an accident at the above-mentioned building today. The conditions are below.

At nine o'clock in the morning (a few minutes after the work started, I looked over to a group of men repairing a 23-story building. There were seven workers. Yadav down the ditch behind the ladder with a big thud.

At that moment two men of the other gang also arrived at the scene and picked up Mr. Yadav and put him in the back seat of my car parked far from the accident scene.

We took him to General Hospital where he was admitted to the Emergency Hospital and arrested. So far, I have read that he has broken his left leg and two ribs in the left breast. She will have to stay in hospital for at least a few weeks. I have already notified Mr. Yadav's family that he is in the hospital.

From the moment I examined the stairs I found that the steps that had been eaten were mostly eaten by white ants. It is feared that the entire staircase may be replaced by a new one.

Yours Sincerely,

R.K. Prasad.

Writing Minutes for Meeting:

What are the minutes of meetings?

Meeting minutes, or mothers (meeting minutes) can be described as a written record of everything that happened during the meeting. It is used to inform people who did not attend the meeting about what happened, or to follow up on appointments during the meeting so that you can repeat it and use it to inform future decisions.
 

What should you include when recording minutes for a meeting?

The five steps you should take are:

For more details on each step, read on!

New to meeting minutes?

Whether to be entrusted with taking notes of a committee or being appointed as the Minister of the Board of your organization, preparing for meeting minutes doesn't have to be a daunting task. Here are some tips and ideas that will help you get started on writing and preparing for effective meeting minutes, as well as a sample of meeting minutes and meeting minutes template to follow.

This guide on how to record meeting minutes was prepared by Wild Apricot to assist volunteers and / or staff of nonprofit organizations and potential membership organizations in the task of capturing and preparing meeting minutes for committees or Board of Directors.

Please note that as the format, style and content of meeting minutes requirements vary depending on the organization and type of committee or Board, this document provides some general guidelines to help you get started.

What is the purpose of meeting minutes?

You should not be intimidated by the word "minutes" because it is actually misleading. After all, your committee or Board does not want or need a record of the proceedings in a minute! But it is important to include the core of the meeting, including details such as:

• decisions made (decisions made, votes, etc.)

• next scheduled steps

• Identification and tracking of activities

The minutes are a visual record of the meeting of their participants and a source of information for members who were unable to attend. In some cases, meeting minutes may serve as a reference point, for example:

• where the results of the meeting influence other collaborative activities or projects in the organization

• minutes can be used to inform (or remind) people of their assigned tasks and / or timelines

Why are they called meeting minutes?

According to Today Found, "minutes" of "meeting minutes" do not refer to average minutes of time, but to "minute" (my-new) notes taken at meetings.

What is included with meeting minutes?

As mentioned above, there are five steps involved with meeting minutes:

1. Pre-planning

2. Record the take - at the meeting

3. Minutes to write or write

4. Distribute or share meeting minutes

5. Completion or maintenance of future reference minutes

1. Minutes of advance planning:

A well-organized meeting helps ensure effective meeting minutes. When the Chairman and the Secretary or minutes are working together to ensure that the agenda and meeting are well thought out, it makes the minutes of the process much easier. For example, depending on the structure of the meeting and the tools you are using, the minutes carrier may work with the Chair to create a document format that serves as an agenda and release minutes.

What is the agenda of the meeting?

Meeting agenda = outline:

At the very least, it is important to get a copy of the meeting agenda and use it as a guide or outline for taking notes and preparing minutes - in order and numbers of items in meeting minutes similar to those of the agenda.

In addition, the agenda and / or notice of the meeting also provides details that need to be included in the minutes, such as:

• the names of all the attendees, including guests or speakers

• Submissions and agenda or presented at the meeting - copies (digital or hard copies) of the offer should be kept together with minutes of the meeting for reference and sharing with those who were unable to attend the meeting (with others as determined by the Chairman of the meeting).

Expectation Explanation:

When taking on a new role as a minute’s manager or Secretary, be sure to ask the chair of the committee or the Board what they expect to do during the meeting, as well as the type of information they expect in minutes. For example, if your Board or committee is going to be considering proposals, or voting on issues / issues, it is clear that you need to provide the names of the decision makers, support them, etc. If you're going to be facing this kind of process, you (and your chair) may want to refer to Robert's Rules of Order.

What should be included in the minutes meeting?

Before you start taking notes, it is important to understand the type of information you need to record at a meeting. As noted earlier, your organization may need specific content and format that you need to follow, but in general, meeting minutes usually include the following:

• Date and time of the meeting

• Names of meeting participants and those who are unable to attend (e.g., "Regrets")

• Approval or amendment / amendment of previous minutes of the meeting

• Decisions made about each agenda item, for example:

o Actions taken or agreed to be taken

o Next steps

o Voting results - e.g., (if necessary, details about who did the motives; who is supportive and acceptable or by show of hands, etc.)

o Actions taken or rejected

o Things to be caught on

o New business

o The date and time of the next meeting

Tips that can help your note take:

As discussed earlier, having an outline (or template) based on an agenda makes it easy for you to write notes, decisions, etc. For each item as you progress. If you handle notes manually, consider inserting a space below each item in your outline of handwritten notes, then print and use this to enter the minute.

If you know the attendees, you can check them out as they arrive, otherwise people will introduce themselves at the beginning of the meeting or spread out a checklist.

For example, if a party is proceeding without a formal decision or conclusion, request clarification of the decision and / or next steps involved.

You can't keep writing down when you write down verbs in conversations, so make sure you write (or type) easily (or type) just decisions, assignments, work steps, etc.

Of course, if you care about being able to keep up with the note, consider recording a meeting (e.g., on your refined phone, iPad, recording device, etc.) But be sure to let participants know they are being made. to record. While you do not want to use recording to create a word-for-word transcript of a meeting, the recording can help if you need clarification.

Meeting Minutes Template: 

Here's a simple template you can refer to next time you need to take meeting minutes. 

Meeting Minutes Sample:

Still wondering if you're taking notes correctly? Here's a sample of what meeting minutes at a board meeting might look like. 

Minute writing process:

When the meeting is over, it's time to pull together your notes and take minutes. Here are some tips that may help:

• Try to write minutes immediately after the meeting while everything is fresh in your mind.

• Review your outline and if necessary, add notes or clarify suggested points. Also check to make sure that all decisions, action and steps are well explained.

• Make sure you enter enough information

o For the minutes of the Board of Directors in particular, we recommend adding a brief description of each action taken, as well as the idea behind the decision.

o If there was a lot of discussion before you passed the motion, write down the major debates and arguments

• Edit to ensure depth and clarity, so minutes are easy to read

Depending on the format, here are a few things to keep in mind:

o Have a purpose

Write at the same time each time

Avoid using words without recording movements and seconds.

o Avoid personal observation - minutes should be based on fact

o If you need to look at other documents, do not try to summarize them. Instead, just show where they can be found or paste them as a supplement

Should meeting minutes be allowed?

Before sharing your meeting minutes, be sure the Chair has reviewed and reviewed and / or accepted the minutes of the broadcast. It is not an official record of the meeting unless this happens. Depending on your Board, minutes may be formally approved at the beginning of the next meeting.

Distribute or Share Meeting Minutes:

As a "minutes-taker" or Secretary, your role may include minutes distribution.

Sharing the Internet

How you share or distribute will depend on the tools you use with your organization. Since minutes and other documents can create a heap of paper, it's great if you can use the paper-sharing process. For example, if you use a word processing tool (e.g., Microsoft Word) that does not offer Internet sharing, you may want to create a PDF document and send this and other attachments or meeting documents via email. Alternatively, if you all use Google documents - meeting invitations, agendas and sharing additional documents - you can simply "share" the document with that group once it's done. Committee or Board members can simply read documents online and save a few trees!

Cloud Sharing?

If your organization uses a cloud-based membership management system (such as Wild Apricot), you can publish minutes as a web page and provide access to a committee or Board members, depending on your organization's needs. By using only web pages, you can create a secure online intranet for your Board and Committees.

Direct Tools for Meetings:

If you are wondering about the types of tools, you can use specifically for meeting minutes, here are some tools that our partner organizations have found helpful:

• Google Docs:

It also supports collaborative note taking [Here are some sample minutes of meeting minutes in Google documents. When you submit a meeting request using Google Calendar, you can attach a Google agenda item. Once it's done for a few minutes (using an outline), you can simply share the document with the group using their email addresses.]

• One Note: (if you're a Microsoft user) –

It's very fast and allows editing of notes. We also support audio recording by adding note time.

• Lucid Meetings:

A great meeting tool for changing your meeting processes such as notes, attendees and organization.

• Evernote:

A good note-taking tool.

• Agree do:

supports meeting minutes and tracking results.

• minutes io:

Let’s you take minutes of quick encounters with hotkey shortcuts and the ability to work online or offline.

Completion / Maintenance of Minutes of Meetings:

Many committees and Board’s review and approve or change minutes at the beginning of the next meeting. Once you have made any necessary updates, the minutes will need to be saved for future reference. Some organizations can store them online (e.g., on Google documents or on SkyDrive) and also back up the external hard drive. You may also need to print and keep hard copies and give it to the employee or Chairman to fill out.

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5.3 Essay Writing

There are many types of essays and papers you can write as a student. The content and length of the essay varies depending on your level, subject of study, and the requirements of a particular course.

However, many subject bodies share the same goal. They aim to convince students of a position or perspective through informed, evidence-based, analytical and interpretive debates.

In addition, every story has an introduction, body and ending that always do the same or few things.

Essay Writing Process:

The essay writing process consists of three stages: preparation, writing and revision. These categories apply to each article or paper. However, the time and energy spent in each category depends on the sort of essay, for instance a private statement, a press release of intent, a high school essay or a grad school essay.

Preparation:

Writing:

Review:

Introduction of an Essay:

The introduction is important to both capture the reader's interest and inform them of what will be found in the story. The introduction usually contains 10-20% of the text. To learn how to write an article introduction, first become familiar with its most important objectives.

Move your student by chasing curiosity and curiosity:

The first sentence of the introduction should draw your student's wish. This sentence is sometimes referred to as a hook. It can be a question, quote, a surprising number, or a bold statement that emphasizes the importance of a topic.

Let's say you write an article about the development of Braille (a literacy program used by the visually impaired). A boat can be something like:

The introduction of Braille marked the biggest turning point in the history of disability.

Provide background and context for your topic:

After you dismiss the student, it is important to provide context that will help your student understand your argument. This may include providing background information, providing an overview of important academic work or arguments on a topic, as well as explaining difficult words. Do not give too many details in the introduction - you can adequately describe the content of your essay.

Explain the purpose and create a thesis statement:

Next, you have to explain your basic argument or thesis statement. The thesis statement provides focus and reflects your position on the topic. Usually, one or two sentences long. An example of a thesis statement from Braille essay can be seen as follows:
The idea of ​​orthopedics was not entirely new; Louis Braille adapted simple ways to create the first system for writing to the blind. But its success depended on the reception of people who had sinned before the social status of blindness was reversed, and the process was shaped by widespread debates about the place of people with disabilities in society.

Provide a content map:

Finish the introduction with an overview of your site structure. An overview should give the reader a general idea of ​​what each paragraph of your article is examining.

The Body of the Essay:

The theme of your article is when you make arguments that support your thesis statement, provide evidence, and develop your ideas. His main purpose is to present, interpret and analyze the information and sources you have gathered to support your argument.

Length of body text:

The length of the body depends on the type of description. On average, the body comprises 60-80% of your material. In a high school essay, this can be just three paragraphs, but with a 6,000-word graduate essay, the body can take 8-10 pages.

Section layout/Paragraph Structure:

In order to give your essay a clear structure, it is important to use paragraphs and topics. This makes the content unwanted and easy to digest. Each section should focus on a point of view or a single point of view.

The purpose of each paragraph is presented using topic sentences. The topic clause creates a transition from the previous paragraph and informs the argument to be made in this paragraph. Change words can be used to create smooth transitions between sentences.
After the topic sentence, demonstrate evidence by providing the reader with data, examples or quotes. Be sure to interpret and explain the evidence, and show how the paragraph helps improve your overall argument.

Example Paragraph:

Although the Braille program was immediately popular with blind students at the Institute in Paris, it did deserve acceptance among sightseers before being adopted throughout France. This support was needed because teachers and visual leaders had great control over the distribution of Braille resources. Most teachers at the Royal Institute for Blind Youth are opposed to learning the Braille program because they find the hard way to learn difficult to read (Bullock & Galst, 2009). This resistance was an indication of a general condition for blind people to adapt to the visual world rather than to improve their tools and methods. Over time, however, with increasing pressure to make the community as involved as possible, teachers began to understand the usefulness of the Braille program (Bullock & Galst, 2009), noting that access to learning could help improve productivity and connect people with vision loss. It took about 30 years, but the French government finally approved the Braille program, and it was implemented nationally (Bullock & Galst, 2009).

Conclusion of an Essay:

Conclusion The last paragraph of the article or paper. It takes about 10-20% of your article. Strong conclusion:

What you should not do is enter the end

To make the end of your article as strong as possible, there are a few things you should avoid including. The most common errors are:

Checklist: How to write an article

How to write an essay

5.4 Formal Email Writing

Writing a Formal Email In the information world, email has become a dominant form of communication. Being able to write polished, relevant email is now a critical skill in college and work.

Formal:

Example:

 Dear Professor Johnson,

 I was unable to attend class today due to a doctor’s appointment. If you have a moment, can you let me know what I missed and what homework I need to complete on Friday?

Thanks you,

 Julia Smith.

Email Format:

Greetings / Salutation:

A formal email greeting is similar to a letter greeting. When you write a letter to a stranger, you put the question “Who Can Worry About You”? When applying for a job, you were addressing the person, “Dear Hiring Manager.” If you know the name of the recipient, you put “Mr. Dear Mr.M /. Smith. "For formal greetings, you should not use the recipient's first name or the informal greetings" Hello "or" Hello."

Physical Categories/ Body Paragraphs:

It is important to remember that the email needs to be shorter.

      I hope that all goes well for you.

      Thank you for your prompt response.

However, in official emails it is best to understand the point. Depending on the topic, you should have four main roles and each paragraph should have one point. in your last paragraph you should provide a "thank you" or "call to action" depending on the topic of your email.

      Thank you for your help with

      Thank you for your time and look forward to hearing from you.

      Please feel free to call me or email me if you have any questions. if this can be taken care of immediately.

Closing:
As a greeting, the closing of the official email can be the same as the closing of the book. However, unlike mourning, there are many ways to close.

      Thank you

      very humble

      Sincerely

It is also helpful to add your post (if any) and a phone number under your name in paragraph 4.

For example:

Yours sincerely,

Julia Smith

President of Student Body

Menlo College

(555) 555-5555

Tips:

      DO NOT use a contract.

Example: no, no, I'm not, I'm not.

      DO NOT write about all the coins.

      Use structured vocabulary and sentence structure. DO NOT use slang.

      Close email at least twice and get a second opinion if possible.

5.5 Resume/ CV Writing, Cover Letter:

Resume Writing:

What is the invitation?

A resume is a short document used to summarize the job search and qualifications of the prospective employer. The resume includes contact details for the job seeker, work experience, education, and the appropriate skills to support the job application.
Your renegotiation is a critical part of today's job application process. Writing a good resume is more important than ever now that online job posts tend to attract hundreds if not thousands of applicants. A refurbished, ready-to-start application will increase your chances of getting an interview while poorly written resumes may be lost at sea of ​​applicants.

What is the risk finding with a table and a CV?

Sometimes you will see the words go on and the CV is used interchangeably. They are not the same. The resume is a short documentary designed to market your professional skills while the cv contains an informative list of your expertise, of your courses, and other information.

Cv stands for curriculum ("course of life"). Cvs are separate by design. Think of them as an encyclopedia version of your professional life, taking your career history, education, credentials, relationships, publication and professionalism. They can extend well over three or four pages.

In the United States, CVs are usually limited to professions with general positions where deep expertise is critical, such as academics, science and medicine. These CV’s are filled with extended education categories, work history, internships, gigs talk, teaching appointments, magazine publishing and other information that establishes trust.

Re-use across many industries and very short on just one or two pages. That's because the resume is not intended to capture all the details of your previous experience. Your resume should be designed and updated based on the details of each activity you use. Negative jobs in past jobs can be eliminated to save space and attract more attention to your used and accessible skills.

How to write the agreement:

1. Select the resume format and the categories you need

2. Always include contact details, work experience, and education

3. Use traditional topics for high compliance

4. Apply practical skills directly to the job description

5. Replace basic tasks with impactful performance

6. Do not include an old goal statement or reference section

7. Preview and double-check what you wrote

8. Save as docx file (optional) or pdf.

If you think you are done, ask someone else to take care of you. Alternatively, take it to jobs can for a quick answer.

What to learn from your question?

At the very least, your startup should include your contact details, work experience, and education. Additional job summary sections, skills, volunteer work, and additional qualifications can be added when related to the job you work for.
The work ethic here is "worth it." remember that your resume is intended to quickly highlight the reasons why you are well prepared for the job. It is not intended to explain all the tasks you have done. Instead of simply listing your daily obligations from past activities, read the job listing and try to find the answer to each of the requirements listed. This is likely to get the attention of an employer who can only look at your return for a few seconds. It also broadens your application tracking system to apply to algorithms that help companies identify top candidates.
Below you will find out which parts of the restart to include in your startup and how to adapt to the job you are looking for.

Contact information:

The title of your startup should include the following information:

It may seem obvious, but job seekers sometimes forget an important piece of contact information in this section. Double check and make it as easy as possible for employers to contact you for job interviews.

Phone number:

Enter a personal phone number, not a work number. Enter your city, state, and zip code (e.g., “Seattle, WA 98104”). This is important as other applicant tracking systems allow employers to filter the candidates based on location. Employers will always start with local selectors first. If you are traveling from somewhere, write down your current location and your future location.

Email address:

Use a valid email address. An email address based around your name is correct, such as jackieromano12@email.com. Your "happy" email address may work well in your life, but the terms "beersnob88" or "biebersuperfan" may not be so clear. Even using a seemingly outdated email client - such as aol or hotmail - can harm your prospects. Consider creating a free Gmail account for your search.

Linked Profile url:

If the employer is surprised by your qualifications, they will look at your online profiles. All job seekers should create a strong LinkedIn profile and include a URL in their resume. This will make the life of the employer a little easier and help them to cross-check the claims on your resume.

Work experience:

Part of the work experience is the heart of your resume. Separate this category from a clear, existing topic, such as "work experience," "work experience," or "employment history." this will help guide employers towards your resume and ensure that the applicant tracking system (ats) is well defined.

Under the main heading, list each activity in chronological order. Each function should have its own sub-heading that includes the following information:

For example:

abc corporation, settle

distribution manager (01/2017-present)

The first things an employer looks for in your resume are the topics of the work you hold and the number of companies you've worked with. This format not only makes it easy for them to access that information, but our research has found that this sequence also provides greater ats compatibility.

Under each subheading, include responsibilities and measurable outputs that are relevant to the job you are working on. Remember, you don't have to include all the activities that were part of your daily routine. Use your available space to highlight the skills and knowledge requested in the job description. Jobs can help you decide exactly what skills are requested and whether or not you have highlighted them.

Education:
When you have a few years into your career, your education level may also be reduced under your resume. Unless you're using a profession that places more emphasis on education (such as academics, law, or medicine), most job seekers can escape by simply providing the following information on their resume:

• Agency name

• Stem

• School location

• Years visited

If you have just graduated from college, your education level surpasses your professional experience and includes many details. Skills developed in school are real skills that are important in the professional world. Recent rooms can include appropriate coursework, communities, organizations, and extracurriculars that strengthen their identity.

Activities:
98% of fortune 500 companies use applicant tracking systems (ats) to filter, filter, and enter applicants. Other atss, such as taleo, can automatically add your own content to the job description, allowing employers to focus only on the best "applicants". Employers are also looking at their application site to find keywords, such as "customer service," "accounts available," or "adobe photoshop."

Overloading or coming up as a search result is about adding complex skills and keywords to your resume. A good way to identify key skills in a list and search algorithms is to identify which skills are most prominent in the job description. Aligning these skills to your resume, where applicable, increases your chances of being selected for an interview

Strong skills should apply to all your resume capabilities. Entering the skills category for your startup is not a prerequisite, but it can help you have a natural place to list the essential skills in the job you work for. The dedicated skills section also makes your resume much easier for employers trying to quickly find out if you meet their needs.

If you are using the skills section, remember that the list of skills and keywords is not enough. Add context to these skills to your full potential so employers can believe. This includes factors such as projects you have used in skills, the number of years of experience in a given skill, or the level of your expertise.

Historical and free:

Some restart forms allow space for some optional components. Only use the category of awards or honors in your resume if it makes sense for the job you work for. Active reputations will improve your credibility while poor prizes simply distract you from your best titles. For example, decide to get a monthly career or get a great customer satisfaction rating for your department, but maybe not if you are a kart race expert in your free time.

Volunteer work and study:

The work you do as an active volunteer can add to your qualifications and skill set as all paid experience. Also, the word "works." highlight the volunteer work of your startup that uses the skills that apply to the job you work for. Carefully list voluntary organizations or affiliated organizations, such as political or religious organizations.

What you can leave from your view:

Statement of note:

The statement of intent has been used as a standard for the restart and appears in other implementation templates. Traditionally, the purposeful statements were a brief introduction to the resume which explains why the submission is returned. For example, "purpose: to secure a position as a communications manager at a leading sales center."

Including a purpose that you can restart these days can make you appear later. The job summary statement replaced the purpose of today's reboot. Any other information can serve as a cover letter.

While a statement of objectives describes your goals, a concise statement outlines how you can add value to the company.

Examinations:
It is not necessary to write your directions in your resume unless otherwise stated in the job description. In addition, it is assumed that you have references, so there is no need to include "references available on request" either. Use the space you save to add additional skills and achievements.

Soft skills:

When it comes to your resume, soft skills are not nearly as important as technical skills. That is because it is difficult to demonstrate within the context of a restart. For example, an employer will not take your name from you if you say "you work hard" or "you solve a problem." in fact, it looks like it's short.

Instead of simply writing soft skills, find opportunities to show off your interpersonal and behavioral skills. Achievements and measurable results are a great way to do this. For example, instead of saying "hard work," indicate in writing that you have completed x projects that are more than your department average.

Gpa:
Only list your gpa as part of your continuing education program if you have recently graduated from college and have a good gpa, similar to a 3.5 or better with a 4.0 rating. There are a few exceptions. Some industries, as professionals, are waiting to see your gpa.

Should you get more about it?

While a one-page startup is sometimes considered to be the best, a two-page resume may be required after five or ten years of staffing, especially if all of your experience is relevant to the job you are pursuing. Managers sometimes have three or more pages running.

That said, your resume should not be longer than it should. Short, step-by-step resumes will easily be digested and highlight your most important skills. After writing your resume, try removing the excess fluff and inappropriate content to reduce your page count and draw your attention to your best titles. No matter how many pages you start, try putting your most impressive titles at the top of the first page with a summary or category of skills.

How to do this form:

There are several different ways to format your resume. Choosing the right format will make the writing process easier. When choosing a format, consider the function you are using for it. The chronological, compositional, and functional styles of each work serve a specific purpose.

Cover letter

A cover letter is a one-page document that you can send to your potential employers to apply for jobs. Generally, the cover letter format is three dimensions in length and includes details such as why you are applying for a position, a brief overview of your professional background and what makes you unique for the job. While some employers may require a cover letter to apply, others may make it optional or opt out of your application altogether.

Book format by category:

Date and contact details

There are two ways to list contact details in your cover letter, depending on whether you provide a digital or hard copy.

If you submit a digital copy online, feel free to leave your specific address and use your city and country, phone number and email - and leave the company and your hiring manager contact details are complete:

Date
Your name

City, Province

Phone number

Email address

Although it gets smaller, there may be a time when you are asked to send a paper copy of your cover letter. In this case, the left side of your book should include the following items:

Date

Your name

Your Address

Your City, Country, Zip Code

Your phone number

Your email address

Name of Hiring Manager

Company Name

Company Address

Company City, Region, Zip code

Greetings:

Begin your cover letter with the right foot by talking to the hiring manager. If you can, find out the name of the hiring manager for your role. Repeat the job description to see if it's listed there or check out the company's website. It's also a way to call a company and ask for the name of your hiring manager. Explain that you are applying for a job and would like to speak to the right letter to the right person. You do not have to add Mr, Mrs or Mme as it may require some guesses about your sex and marriage status - just use their first and last name: "Dear Alex Johnson."
If you can't find the hiring manager's name, stick to "Dear Hiring Manager." Avoid outdated greetings, such as “Dear Sir / Madam” or “Who May Worry.”

The opening section:

The opening role is your chance to get the attention of the hiring manager, introduce yourself and enthusiastically tell the employer why you are applying for the job. You will want to make this section specific to each task you apply. Include why you're happy with the job and the company, and how the job lines meet your career goals. Avoid making this category sound like a formula by entering keywords in a job post and matching your skills with the needs of the employer.
If you have been transferred to this particular job that is familiar with the hiring manager or already working for the company, you may want to mention this transfer to your open category.

Intermediate phases:

Now that you've introduced yourself and established your passion, it's time to put in your most relevant experience and talk about the specific qualifications and skills that make you a good manager. In one or two paragraphs, make a connection between your previous achievements and your readiness for this new role. Think of these categories as a way of introducing yourself as the right role play. Employers may have learned your resume, so avoid repeating the impact points. Instead, enter details that deeply reflect that focus.

Closing section:

The main purpose of your closing phase is to thank the employer for their time and consideration. You also have the option to make any specifications. For example, you can allow any major gaps in your employment history. You can also use this space to summarize your qualifications for the role and express interest in moving on to the next stage in the recruitment process.

Closeness and signature:

Choose a friendly but formal closure, followed by your first and last name. References you can think of include:

Avoid closures like Cheers, Warm Roads, Thanks for the tone or yours truly, as these can be considered casual or romantic.

If you provide a hard copy of your cover letter, be sure to handwrite your signature, along with your certified name.

Folder book font:

When it comes to font, keep it simple and professional. Choose a basic, clear font like Arial, Calibri, Verdana or something similar. Avoid using fun or decorative fonts.
Many employers use applicant tracking systems — software that allows automatic formatting of job applications based on specific keywords, skills, job titles or other fields. Complex fonts can make it difficult for software to read your book, which can stop your app from moving forward.

Use a 10- and 12-point size for easy reading. Anything smaller will leave the hiring manager, and anything bigger will make your book look useless. In general, you should use the font size and font size you used for your resume.

Spacing within your cover label:

A good space is important for your cover letter - white in the right places will make it easy for the hiring manager to read quickly. Follow these guidelines:

Guidelines for length:

Keep your book on the cover on one page made up of three sections. You can add an extra middle section if absolutely necessary. Before doing this, however, always ask yourself if you can communicate important information in a few words.

Weddings and alignment:

Arrange your text to the left and apply standard 1-inch distances everywhere around it. If your book spills on the second page, start reading it and see if there is anything you can cut. If you can't cut anything, you might consider reducing the margins to "or" or ½ ", but avoid going slower than that so your cover letter will look flawless on the page.

File format:

Since the application tracking system may separate your cover letter, be sure to save your document in a compatible file format - either .doc or PDF. It's also a good idea to rename your file to something, especially since hiring managers can see the file name of your online submission. Follow the format of the First-Cover-Letter First Name (e.g., Jade-Young-Cover-letter.doc) to make it ready for someone to download. Cover letter format example

Finally, here's an example of a label format on the cover:

Anne Galindo

123-456-7890
anne.smith@email.com
January 23, 2021

Dear Recruitment Manager,

I am very excited to apply for a web developer position at [Company Company]. I've been planning websites and using CSS to create user-friendly experiences since middle school, so it's always been my passion. I'm happy and your company has won Most Innovative at the National Web Development Awards two years ago. I strive to stay on the cutting edge of web design and development, so when I saw this work posting, I knew I had to apply.

While playing my previous role at [Company Name], I built a website entirely from the start of a newly redesigned business, pre-planning and budgeting. I started by collecting requirements from my clients and hosting a very focused group to do user research. My favorite part about web design is to create a solution that impresses the customer and meets the needs of users and customers. My new website was responsive, fast-paced, and features the latest e-commerce features. After the presentation, I continued to lead efforts to do well. With A / B testing, I improved click through rate by 10% and reduced the number of rides on the landing page of the website by 35%. As your web developer, I will bring these skills to develop websites that exceed customer expectations and customers, and drive real business results.

One of the things that attracted me to this role is that [Company Name] appreciates giving back to the community. In my spare time, I run free workshops for at-risk youth web development. At these workshops, I teach them the basics of HTML / CSS and JavaScript and work as a mentor. As I grow in my career, using my skills to help others and make a difference in the world is so important - I believe this role will give me that opportunity.

Thank you for your attention and time. I look forward to reading more details about the position and company.

Sincerely,
Anne Galindo

Samples of books covering common work topics:

Here is a list of cover letters for common job titles:

Installing your book cover tips:

Follow these steps to quickly create the right cover book:

5.6 Statement of Purpose

What is SOP?

The SOP is a long document that is required by universities abroad and these days some Indian universities during the application process. As the complete SOP form reveals, the Statement of Purpose is an article describing the purpose of applying to a particular subject at a particular university. This story contains an idea of ​​who you are, who you want to be, and how you are prepared to pursue specific courses at the institution. The article seeks to understand the lawyer's life, the motives of his chosen career path and his goals. Therefore, you should discuss past events that have influenced your career path in a particular domain where you wish to grow by joining a course / college.

Why is SOP important?

A properly written SOP is very important to your acceptance. Needless to say, there are many features of the personalized app being tested before finalizing a decision. While academic record and other marks of science / science and certification and background certification are actually a natural goal, SOP is the only thing for your application. It's the only document in your app that gives you the opportunity to prove that you have something unique that makes you stand out from the crowd. Therefore, it is a document of your application document that can determine whether it is approved.
What is the General Statement of Purpose Format?

Most universities across the globe have a standard format/template that is acceptable. However, the content in SOP varies with different kinds of courses. Learn how to write the SOPs for different courses here:

Shiksha Guidelines for SOP Writing

While there are a variety of methods and samples available online with SOP invalid SOP writing users, however, it is difficult to choose the right format. Also, you would not find the correct formatting information needed for a particular draft or timeline to follow. Each SOP should be unique and, therefore, Shiksha has its own SOP guidelines to help students find parts of the statement of intent to be easily designed.

SOP Samples and Format for MBA, MS, UG, and PhD Courses:

Every course has a different way of writing its SOP application. Check out the course-wise SOP Samples and Formats.

Should you put your name on your Statement of Purpose?

In a traditional SOP, you do not need to write your name or course details anywhere in the documents. The SOP is part of your program / student profile, so it will automatically have your name and course details. However, there may be universities or schools stating that they need your name and course details on the SOP. The universities will provide you with specific instructions on where and where to post your information. Therefore, you need to follow their instructions properly.

SOP Formats for USA, Canada, UK, and Australia:

There is no fixed format to be followed in an SOP for a country. However, a university may provide you with a set of guidelines based on which you may need to write your SOP. If you still want to refer to samples for different countries, check out the generic samples given below:

What do colleges look for in an SOP?

While writing your SOP, you need to remember that the admissions committee will review thousands of applications for the same course. So, not only does your SOP need to be bright and precise, but it should also reflect the brightness of your profile. Here are a few things the college analysis committee often looks at in a student SOP:

How to make your SOP stand out from the Crowd?

Now that we've considered how important your SOP is, we come to the important part - how to list the outstanding SOP among 1000s of applications each year. Obviously, there are some basic facts about SOP writing, which is clear that everything you need to keep in mind such as word limits, format, etc.

What is important to note, is that, at all times, you must always remember what subject you are writing to the SOP. For example, when you talk about studying Computer Science in the world, you should discuss all the connections, experiences and learning of Computer Science. Don't miss us on anything important and not talk about other things too much.

In particular, the SOP for an MBA program may be different than the SOP for a Masters degree such as MS or MSc. Similarly, the SOP for Bachelors courses can be quite different from any of the two.

How long should a statement of purpose be?

The Statement of Purpose should be 1-2 pages long, neatly wrapped in 800-1000 words. However, the length of this document may vary depending on university-specific requirements. Some universities have a fixed length and a required SOP pattern, optimized for only 500 words, and 200 words in some cases. Most universities accept the standard length, which is 800-1000 words, which may exceed 1000, but not more than 1200 words, in some cases.

It's easy to write personal life stories describing the importance of each event in shaping or molding your character. However, when it comes to the definition of your SOP within the word limit created by a particular university, the challenge is to present your best within the limited terms. In such cases, it's best to say great achievements from all the places you've been to such as school, college, office, etc.

Universities abroad do not require an SOP, instead they provide you with Essay Prompts and term limits.

What to Include in an SOP?

There are many things in the SOP. Universities may ask essays based on a question or just a general statement of intent. To the extent that without being asked for categories, the SOP should include your goals and career path so far and your academic progress. Other important factors in the SOP are the motivations that lead you to choose the university / course you applied and how you intend to use that goal to achieve that goal.

While we understand how to write a SOP, we get a variety of questions. Summing up your entire life and career in 100 words can be a daunting task.
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What not to include in an SOP?

Remember that there's no exhaustive list of everything to incorporate within the SOP. All you would like to recollect is that in such a situation, it's equally important to grasp what you ought to not include in your SOP. as an example, must you discuss your family? What about your school life? Every organization I've ever worked with? All my external success?

Strategies to Write a Powerful and Convincing SOP:

Whether applying for a graduate program, graduate, or graduate program, the strategy of writing a strong statement of intent will be to sound focused. From your educational background and expertise to your career aspirations, you need to connect all the dots between reaching your goals through your school choices and courses.
The story should always flow with a flow that combines your sense of the past, your current involvement with future plans. An important point to keep in mind when writing your SOP would be to break it down into sections that cover all directions. Here's how to write SOP and present your profile dynamically:

1st Paragraph: Introduction

This phase is often confused with presentation. You should not present it but it should discuss what you will discuss about your SOP. There are many ways to use this section:

2nd and 3rd Paragraphs: Academic Background and Professional Experience
This includes your educational background: what you have done so far, what you need right now, your educational potential and projects, the industry reflections you have received, etc. If you have technical experience, it should be discussed in future sections.
4th Paragraph: Why This Course?

At this stage, you should discuss why you want to join the course and what kind of modules you will discuss during this course. It should also teach skills that you can gain in the moment and explanations that can help build the skills needed to achieve your goals.

5th Paragraph: Career Goals

This is the most important stage, where you should discuss your short- and long-term goals. Your immediate goal may be where you would like to work after you complete this course. You should be able to name other companies in India as well as the companies you see yourself working in. This should specify the type of work profile you will be working on.

Then comes your long-term goal, when you have to say when you see yourself from 10-12 or 15 years down the line. This could include your desire to work at the CEO / CFO / CTO level or maybe even start a company of your own. It could also include your dream of expanding your existing family business overseas. You may be interested in additional courses such as PhDs that can be included here.
More in this category may include your desire to become a professor or researcher. In any case, it is advisable to discuss your business goals, principles, and key values ​​or how you can influence new aspirants in the sector. Should you be able to express how you wish to make a difference in the industry keeping in mind the current state of the industry and emerging trends?

6th Paragraph: Why This University?

This is the particular stage where you can authorize a university to fit your profile and you are an eligible member of their university. You should discuss course curriculum, research work, faculty names, and specific university activities that can help you increase your profile.

Closing Paragraph

At this stage we must manage your ambition and readiness to join the chosen course. Since this is the closing phase, you should feel focused and prepared for all the challenges that come your way. It should also show that you have the zest for you to succeed and with the help of a chosen course and university you will definitely make a difference in the industry from a global perspective.

11 Tips for Writing a Powerful Statement of Purpose:

The Statement of Purpose is perhaps one among the foremost misunderstood aspects of graduate applications. Most readers discuss with it as if it's another article that deals with them, and naturally, they need written complicated, incompatible articles. that's why, the university admissions committee places a good deal of weight on its mission statements and structures - they need to work out if you wish to allow them to understand how much you wish to review at their university.

Most Statements of Purpose Start Off Like This:

“I apply for a Master’s of Science program in North Engineering at Model University because I believe my technical skills will blossom into your program because it is a place where I can be challenged and where I can improve my science and technology knowledge.”

Or / As:

“I am very excited to apply for a Master’s of Science program at Sample University because for as long as I can remember, I was in love with science. Ever since I was a kid in school, I know I wanted to be a scientist / engineer. ” Now, about 99% of the statements are structured in the same way, and most of the time, students copy paste, and edit the statement of intent from their elders or friends, making it sound either too loud or too unpleasant for their requests. If you want to stand out from the crowd; if you want a student committee to remember your essay at the end of the day, even after passing hundreds of requests; if you want to get that extra opportunity by being unique and unique, you will need to write a good statement of intent. Great, but real.

How Can Your Statement of Purpose Stand Out from The Crowd?

How does one write an enormous statement of intent that seems like a challenge, but at the identical time give the admissions committee what it wants? Simple. Basically, every university expects a student to answer some basic questions that the admissions committee has. they will ask you publicly, but often this is often what they expect you to answer:

• What does one want to find out in graduate school?

• Why does one want to review only this degree?

• Why does one want to review at a selected college?

• What does one like about us?

• Why did you decide on to review during a particular country?

• What does one like about it?

• what quantity and what quite experience does one have in your field?

• Are your experiences associated with your choice?

• If you have already got experience, what additional skills are you about to acquire at this level?

• What does one commit to do along with your degree after graduation?

• does one choose to tolerate work or do research?

• What does one expect from a graduate program, and a university? Would you wish to review or research under a selected professor?

• If so, why only? are you able to participate in our university and our program? What specific skills does one arouse the table?

• but work and education, what are your hobbies, interests, and habits? How are you, as a person?

• What does one understand about our student community and culture?

• Why does one think you'll respond?

• what's one unique trait / character you ought to remember of? Why is it important to us or your classmates?

Now, these are inquiries to consider before starting along with your mission statement. Write the answers separately for every of the questions asked above, and take a look at to make stories that the admissions committee would love to read. Remember, unlike the MBA program, you'll not have private graduate program discussions, therefore the only thanks to impress admissions officers is to inform your stories with an announcement of intent. you'll need to present your case within the very best way, in order that the committee finds it interesting enough. And if you're interesting enough for them, you'll find yourself not only welcoming, but also the great ones that are read.

Strategies to Write a Powerful Statement of Purpose:

It is important that you follow a specific strategy when it comes to writing your mission statement. Although most students write whatever comes to their mind, whatever they see on the internet, you are not the majority of people. You may want your statement of intent to be bright, and real. And with that, you will need some strategies.
Write Stories. Not Statements

Given the choice, would you like to read a novel or newspaper?

It's a novel, without a doubt. Do you know why?

Because while the newspaper provides you with just certain topics and topics that are eye-catching, the novel tells you a story; a well-written piece of literature that you will be emotionally attached to. It brings out those human emotions in you, and puts you in the story line. You see yourself in the role of the narrator / actor, and understand why he did that, or make such decisions. We remember stories are much simpler than statements. Because the news interacts with us, the statements do not.

For example, many people say this:

“I've always worked for a multinational software company on a development team, and I had to do the same work every day: code stuff. There was nothing new for me to learn at work, and nothing was so exciting about going to the office. One day I decided I had to get out of there, so I applied to go to college to study higher education and get a better job. ” Does that sound like a lot of news? Albeit, a very familiar story? Instead, how to say this:

“On one Monday night, I found myself in the middle of an abandoned office, with fifteen thousand lines of code. Filled with caffeine in my blood, and an empty life above the office, I realized that computers were starting to code my mind, and controlling my life. At this point I no longer wanted to let the machines consume me, I decided that college would be my salvation.”

Both stories come in four lines. But what narrative do you think will make the student committee read and study? What story do you think will be remembered by them even after reading 5000 programs?

Think again. Do you want your statement of intent to read like a novel or newspaper? If the first one is your answer, then you need to make a great effort to tell your story. Think about why you want to study what you want to learn. Is there a strong reason behind this? Is the cause emotional, economic, or otherwise? Think hard, and you'll get in touch. The reason may not seem obvious to the public, but if you think hard enough, you will understand that there is a strong reason why you want to study a particular course / degree.

Now, when you've found this solid reason, say it as a story. Write in a nutshell, but a good account of what made you make this choice. About why you chose to study this university at this university. Impress the committee with your creative storyline, and you will get great benefits right away.

Quantify Your Stories:

Even if we asked you to write a story, you should remember that your story should not be read as a toy. It should serve as an excellent source of information for you. And when it comes to detail, numbers play an important role. Your story should not only be the last, but also the most. And that means, your article should contain measurable value instead of just news, so that the reader can understand the depth of it.
For example, if you worked with a local NGO that teaches math’s to primary school children, you could say:

"During my engineering days, I assisted a local NGO by joining as a math teacher, where I taught school children basic mathematical concepts."

Now while this may sound pretty cool, it doesn't give the reader a whole picture and they actually don't know how much impact they have had on those kids.
So, you can change that to something like this:

“In my second year of engineering, I joined 'Fund Math', a local NGO, where I was part of the Math’s teaching team. For a period of 10 months, I have taught basic mathematics such as algebra, geometry and arithmetic for over thirty-five and 6 students. And every single student I taught, was getting an A in math that year. I've never been strong in my life.”

Do you see the difference? These numbers suddenly give a whole new perspective to students, and their respect for you suddenly increases. That is the power of numbers; they add authenticity, and authority to your stories. If you can balance your stories well, and show results instead of just actions, the committee won't forget your name. You can use the same strategy throughout your story, no matter what it is about.
Whether it's a research project you've done, or a college window you've organized, or a college-led sports team, whatever it is, add numbers to your stories, and make them sound logical and beautiful.

Be Specific:

You have to make sure that whatever you say in your statement of intent, you need to be specific to it. Don't just say something because you think it will please the admissions committee. Whatever you say, you have to really digest the details. Be thoughtless. Don't just say "I chose this degree because I love this field." Explain clearly why you liked this field, what made you decide to want to work in this field for the rest of your life, what skills you were trying to impress, why it filled you as a person, etc.

Don't hit the tree like you used to, when talking to your friends. Don't use appropriate phrases like 'I want to change the world' or 'I want to find my own' or one of those cheesy lines. Just be straight and always reach the point, but not so much by exploding. Find your reasons and find a great, memorable way to say.
Graduate school admissions officers need a statement of intent and not because they want to find out about you and your dreams. Most importantly, they want you to look after yourself, why you are taking a life-altering step; why do you think this is the best thing that could happen to you; and why you think you really need it to succeed in life.
The 'why' is always important, and the most difficult question to answer, is why, if you can find the answers for all whites, you are almost ready.

Customize Your Essay:

One of the biggest mistake’s students make is preparing a basic template for their mission statement, and when they apply to more than one university, they simply change the correct names and details. But every statement is a straight copy.
This is not a good idea, because although they may look very similar, the rest of the university is very different from the others. Each of them has different defining features, and their customs, methods, ideas, values, mottos, strengths, and weaknesses, etc. It varies greatly. These things are more important than departments, or university degrees, or the number of Ph.D. or other material.

Therefore, if you are applying to many universities, you need to incorporate all these attributes of all the universities, customizing your statement. Static changes to names and details will not be enough. You need to compile your article so that reception officials think you will be able to fit into their community. Remember, the entire student community is like a family, and if you give directions that won't fit into their family or culture, you will not be easily accepted.

Speaking of cultures, different countries obviously have different cultures, but even a large country like the US has different cultures in different parts of the world. So, before you start writing, try and research the general culture within the region where your university belongs, and learn something about it. It can also be helpful in helping your decision process; if the culture does not attract you much, then there is no point in dismissing the application.

Use a Formal but Conversational Tone

Almost all statements or essays fall into two categories: super legal, and super friendly. The first paragraph is when you write a statement of such a legitimate purpose, it looks like you are writing to your military secretary. The second, of course, looks like an email happened to a friend. Now, when asked which seems like the best option, many students say that the formal way is the way they should go, and the most friendly is the no. And still, a small set of applicants think they can turn out the admissions committee by sounding friendly, welcoming, and funny.
However, if you reconsider, you'll realize that none of these are good options. And you're right, none of them are right. As we have already mentioned, your statement of intent should read like a novel: a slightly formal language, and yet a singularity and unity. That's all you need. Chat tone is the best and safest way to go. Write as if you were speaking to someone, but avoid using a common language.
Imagine talking to your celebrity, or the director of your college. What is your mother tongue? This is how your mission statement should sound. Now, humor is sometimes okay, but you should not try to sound too funny or too clever. There are no objective jokes or funny lines to fit into your statement. After all, it is a statement of purpose, and purpose is to pursue graduation, not to impress people with your sense of humor. So, if what you write brings a smile to the students' faces, then it's okay. But it shouldn't make them lose your app because you didn't seem serious enough to them.
Decide How You Want to Portray Yourself. And Learn How to Portray Indirectly:
You should see that the statement of purpose serves as a way to convey your character, personality, and character. Yes, those are difficult words, and they can actually be difficult on paper. So, as you can do, learn what your mission statement should be, in terms of a few conditions, telling the admissions committee:

Now, you might be wondering if a statement of intent can be just 1000 words, and that there is so much more to cover in that small space. This is where your writing skills should come into play. You can't just go on writing "I have a great love for the field of study I have chosen." That is the last thought you might want to write. All you have to do is write a sentence that says the exact same meaning. You will need to choose your words wisely in order to communicate "your enthusiasm. You can use short examples to show why you like it so much.

For example, you could say something like:

“My grandfather was a car mechanic. I remember when I was nine, he took me to his garage for the first time and showed me how to fix my damaged bike so I could ride it again. When he died a few years later, he left me in an entire garage. It was a turning point in my life. Some of my best days I spent in the garage, where after coming home from school, I tried to fix various things in the house. That's what led me to choose to become a Mechanical Engineer.”

The paragraph above talks about you as a person and your love for Mechanical engineering without your saying. Any internationally accredited authority will not refuse an applicant for such a serious reason, with the good news behind him. Now, remember, you must not lie. Try and remember the stories from your life that influenced your decisions. And link them well to your goals and dreams.
Now likewise, your "creativity" can be conveyed the way you write. Statement of purpose statement, organization, statement, etc. In your statement it means how smart you are. Displaying field information, and using related jargon shows that you are "well prepared". The demonstration you have done defines your ability to “take on the challenges of the Graduate School”. Your grades and past performance prove your ability to "finish the graduate program on time". Being a "great future alumni" can be said to be an excellent representative of your previous institutions, such as your high school, or undergraduate school. Similarly, you will have to try and represent all of the attributes described above in a straightforward, yet powerful way.

Don’t Create Stories. Be Yourself:

Because we asked you to write stories, there would naturally be a tendency to "create" stories out of thin air. Don't do this at all. Only write good news if you have good news. Some people may come from a normal environment, have a normal life, and probably have not achieved anything good. All right. If you have nothing good to write, don't write it down. Be familiar, and write familiar stories.

It's better to be normal than to pretend to be someone. Admitting officers are psychologists, and can identify a true applicant from a false applicant in one reading. So, you will seriously hurt your chances of getting into your dream school if you try to be someone else. Be yourself, writing only about things that have happened to you, and things that you wish.

For example, saying "I love research" because you think they will like you, will not help you much. Whatever you say because of it, you will not appeal to the committee, as they will seek relevant evidence for your issues and your past. So, don't even think about fooling the committee with a fake news outlet. Try and be yourself throughout the story.

Address Your Problems:

The Statement of Purpose is a great opportunity for you to deal with your problems. If you have a problematic academic background, or a gap year in your career, or if you have work-related issues, you can refer yourself to a statement of intent to convince the admissions committee. You should try and be as honest as possible, and talk about your problems in a mature way.

Instead of trying to defend yourself, you can point out the real causes that led to the crisis, but more importantly, you should highlight 'how you overcame the situation, and' what 'you learned from what happened. For example, suppose you have all the C's or all the D's in one semester. This is definitely not the kind of educational profile a good grad school would want for you, unless there's a solid reason behind it. So, take some time and dedicate a few lines to explain whatever happened.
If you had a health problem during your semester exams, or if you were facing any emotional back then, if you were experiencing someone's loss, or if you had to take other family responsibilities out of school, you could say that in your statement. But, most importantly, you should not forget to show how your grades have improved since then, and that you now have a good grade point average.

If you handle the matter well enough for the committee to sympathize with you, your issue will enhance the committee's image of your acknowledgment as a mature student, with the ability to "handle some challenges" and "finish on time", even when things go wrong.

Do Your Homework:

This is one of the most important points to use when writing a statement of intent. You should have a complete list of all the universities you work at, and then list all the things you like about each university, before you write the topics.
Most students simply write standard phrases such as "I was impressed by your university research" or "I would like to study here because you have 100 Ph.D.'s and 20 Nobel Prize winners." etc. No, that's not how you do it. The admissions committee knows how big their college is; You don't have to remind them often. However, you have to let them know what you love most about them, that you want to be there. Details are really important.

For example, you could say something like this. (Sorry random jargon, it's just to give you an idea.)

“I will take full advantage of the resources provided by Wallenberg Hall, as I am passionate about the role of the body chemistry. The special 24/7 laboratories dedicated to student research on molecular dynamics is exactly the kind of opportunity I look for, because I can totally see that I work in labs day and night. "
And something like:

“I really want to study under Dr Mark Adams, Ph.D., as I am a follower and passionate about his work in the field of chemistry, which is not only a field of choice for my research subject, but also a topic I am passionate about, personally. I would be very honored if I could find a place on her research team. ”
Do you see what it sounds like to be a professional? Such things show how prepared you are, and how willing you are to study at this university. Now, to write something like this, you obviously need to do a lot of research online and offline, and have a great knowledge about the college, its institutions, courses, and professors. Yes, it's very difficult, but you better believe it's totally worth all the hard work.

Proofread, Edit, and Re-edit. Ask Friends and Family to Grade Your Essay:

Another mistake that students make is that they try and keep their own stories to themselves. Maybe they are shy, or maybe they think their friends and family aren't experts in this. So, they think there is no reason to ask friends and family to criticize their books. It's bad. Your statement of intent speaks of you as a student, as an individual. Yes, there is technological involvement, and yes your family members may not be experts in that. However, they are sure that the experts are 'you'. Which is why you should talk to them.

Not only will they provide you with additional points to add, but they can also provide you with important news about your childhood or school days, which you may not remember. Also, it's very easy to say something about others, but at the same time, it's very hard to explain yourself to someone. That is why someone who is so close to you, such as friends and family, can best describe you. You will get new views on your stories, sometimes better than your versions, and incorporating them into your statement of intent will help you greatly. Also, remember to read your statement over and over again, and continue to rearrange the content until you, your family and your friends think you have the best statement in the world.

Remember that your mission statement is a picture of 'you' as a person, and represents you. So, make it a priority to avoid genres, commissions set and semicolons, misused quotes, too many words, using too many complex words and phrases and being too straightforward. Be careful. Be a perfectionist when it comes to writing. It shows how much you care about attending a particular college. Also, when you're done with it all, don't forget to ask your friends and family to submit your statement of intent, and ask them to criticize it correctly, to avoid submitting a copy of your less complete statement.

Take Advice from Professors:

If you know a professor in your organization's subcontinent, don't hesitate to approach him for advice on your mission statement. They are excellent prospects, and are likely to see thousands of goal statements and students in their careers. Therefore, it would not hurt to ask for their opinion. And, since unlike your family, they are technologically healthy, they can also provide you with valuable insights into how to use your technical skills and work with the project in a statement.
After all, a professor knows what another professor wants from a prospective student, so it can only help you if you talk to your college professors. Also, if they are really close to you, you can also ask them for a very nice letter of recommendation. So whichever way you look at it, there are only your benefits.

Checklist for a Powerful Statement of Purpose:

Here is a basic checklist designed to assist you in the preparation of the Objective statement. Be sure to write in the correct order, and organize your points in the right order. Give us this checklist to write your mission statement without confusing you and the students. Following a subtle order like this will make your statement of intent much better to read and understand about you and your subject. Feel free to add anything else to the list if you think it will increase your chances, but remember not to write too much because you will be skipping the word limit.

Organization:

Identify yourself differently.

Expressing your love for the field.

A story about your background or experience in the field of your choice.

The description of your educational background in the field of your choice.

Specific classes or special courses you have taken, related to your preferred field.

Some of the professors you have studied under, especially if they are well known in the field.

Co-curricular and Extracurricular activities in the field of interest.

Publications or other accomplishments in the field (perhaps conference presentations or public reading)

Any social work or leadership experience while you are in college.

Definitions of back problems (if applicable) An explanation of why you chose a particular school for the Grad and related questions as discussed earlier in this article.

Say what you like about the university you are applying for, and why: institutions, infrastructure, etc. Mention the names of one or two professors at the school and what you know and love about their work, and why you want to study or work under their guidance.

Certain features of the grad program and university, that appeal to you. And why.

Get advice from several of your professors, family, and close friends. Ask for stories about yourself.

End planning and planning; ask friends and family to read it to you again.

So, those are some tips and tricks for you to write a strong statement of intent, impress the committee, and thus the approval process.

7 Successful Statement of Purpose Examples:

The Graduate School Statement of Purpose: An Overview:

A statement of intent (also called a letter of intent or a statement of research) introduces your interests and experience to the admissions committee. In research-focused programs, like many PhDs and many master's degrees, your mission statement will focus primarily on your current research background and programs. For most career-focused programs, your mission statement will mainly address how your pursuit of this technology program relates to your past, and how you will apply the skills from this program to your future career.

Grad school's mission statement is where you sell the admissions committee why you are on their program. Why are you equal there, and how does what they offer match your interests?

What’s in a Great Grad School Statement of Purpose?

Here are the essential elements of a strong graduate school statement of purpose:

Clear Articulation of Goals and Interests:

A strong statement of purpose will clearly and clearly state your goals for the process and what you hope to achieve at that level. Also, for a research-focused program, this will focus mainly on the research project you want to do while you're at it. With a more professional program, discuss your interests in the field of technology and what skills / knowledge you hope to gain through the program.

You should be as specific as possible in discussing your interests. Use examples of specific items, tools, or situations you find interesting. If you are not clear or say that everything in the field interests you, you run the risk of appearing unfamiliar or not.
Don't worry that being too precise will put you in a box in a particular study area or a narrow hallway throughout your graduate school. Your plan understands that your interests are changing - they will not be pulling your research statement to understand your application!

Evidence of Past Experience and Success:

A great statement from our graduate school will also show that you are already successful. They are looking for potential applicants to follow their research / professional programs!

To date, you will need to provide proof of how your background qualifies to pursue this program and your particular interests online. It is possible that you discuss your undergraduate studies and any technical knowledge you have. But be sure to draw in specific, clear examples. You might sketch your idea, major projects you've worked on, papers you've written / published, presentations you've given, mentors you've worked with, and so on. This gives committees to admit that you are the right person to do research!

Interest and Fit with the Program:

The third important ingredient in a big statement of intent is to clearly state why you and the program are right. You should be able to see both good reasons why your work fits the program and why the program fits your career / interests! Are there any professors you like to work with? Does the department have a strong culture of a particular style or idea of ​​interest? Is there a specific aspect of the curriculum you would like to have?

Proving that you and the program are a game shows that you have chosen the plan thoughtfully and are passionate about it. Programs want to accommodate students who just don't like the field. They want students who are real-hearted about their specific program and are ready to benefit more from what they offer.
 

Strong Writing

The last important piece of a solid statement of intent or letter of intent is solid writing. Writing skills are essential for all graduate programs. You will need to demonstrate that you can express your ideas in a clear and effective way. In addition, you must show that you can write in a descriptive and concise manner. The statement of purpose should not be longer than two pages, or without a strict word limit.
Human resources committees may be more focused on writing style than STEM program acceptance officers. But in the broader and science-based fields, written communication skills are an important part of a graduate school. Therefore, a strong statement of purpose will always be written successfully. You will see this in your statement of intent for graduate school samples.

Real, Successful Statement of Purpose Samples

In this section, we will present the successful school statement with examples of goals from our graduate school scholars, as well as a brief comment on each statement. These statements come from a wide variety of program types to show you how the basics of a mission statement can work differently in different fields.
Note: the identification of the details of this statement has been changed — except for the fourth example, which is my statement.

Statement of Purpose Sample One: Japanese Studies MA

This statement of purpose is distinguished by its extensive use of space and its vivid descriptions. The author is able to charge more for almost every page. He discusses how he got to his two research interests (and how they connected). She combines this discussion of her interests with knowledge of her past experiences and her qualifications for further studies. Finally, he lays out details about his plans to pursue the program and the program components that interest him. His examples are specific and complete. It's a great addition to a small page space size!
Moreover, the language is quite straightforward. Phrases like “evocative and visceral” and “less demanding,” are appealing and intriguing. They show that she has the writing skills needed to study two subjects and her interest in translation.

Statement of Purpose Sample Two: Music MM

This sample is quite long, even though the 12-point Times Roman is less than two pages apart. The length of this statement is due to the immediate nature of the announcement, which asks what music has played in the applicant's lifetime "so far." This invites applicants to talk more about past experiences (in childhood and adolescent years) than usual with a statement of intent. Given that this is for a master's degree in music, this makes sense; music lessons are generally something done at a very young age.

This statement does an excellent job explaining the student's past for music in great detail. The descriptions of the student's past songs and experiences of making new music are clear and intriguing.

This statement also emphasizes the specific goals that the student wishes to complete with the program, as well as the specific features of the program that interest the student (such as some professors).

Statement of Purpose Sample Three: Economics PhD

One of the first things you may notice about this statement is that it's a little on the long side. However, at the 12 point of the Times New Roman font and single, it still comes in less than 2 pages (excluding references). Understandably, the PhD thesis of sample purpose has been longer than the master's intent statement - there's more to put in line with research interests!

The writing style is straightforward - there is definitely more focus on content delivery than the actual writing style. Since Economics is a very focused field for many, this is correct. But the writing is well organized, clear, and error-free.
The author also provides many examples of their work of time and experience, and illustrates their field knowledge with references, which is a nice touch.

Statement of Purpose Sample Four: History of the Book MA

In essence this is my statement of intent. It was a plan I accepted but ended up visiting, thanks to a Master's in Book History. You will notice that this two-part story motivates us to actually split your mission statement into two parts: the first prompt questions our research interests and goals, and the second one questions our relevant experience and qualifications.

I will keep my comment on this statement of the school with a short-term goal statement because I will make a radical change to it in the next section. But when I look back at my mission statement, I do a good job outlining my interests in the field and outlining my past experience in this field.

This statement obviously did its job, as I was accepted into the program. However, if I were to develop this statement, I would change the origin of the cliche ("since I was a kid") and give more clarity to what the program might interest me.

Deep Dive Analysis of a Sample Statement of Purpose for Graduate School:
Next, we’ll do a paragraph-by-paragraph analysis of my statement, statement of purpose sample four. I’ll analyze its strengths and suggest ways I could shore up any weaknesses to make it even stronger.

Essay 1: Academic Interests

To refresh, here’s the first prompt: Please give a short statement that describes your academic interests, purpose, objectives and motivation in undertaking this postgraduate study. (Max 3500 chars – approx. 500 words)

Paragraph 1
Ever since I was a kid, my favorite thing has been the book. Not just news and information, though that is a big part of it. In particular, I was intrigued by the idea of ​​a book as an object - a visual object whose purpose is to associate abstract ideas with images. Bookbinding’s and jackets, various genres, marginalia in the book used — all of these things become part of each book and its significance, and are worth studying and considered. Literature and its related forms - perfectly bound, inscribed, stone tablets, papyrus - have long been an integral part of the material culture and are one of our most important sources of knowledge of the history of the past. With both of the book's realities, its contents, and its relationships with other books - methods of content, text and content - we are able to read and manage with layers of knowledge that we are unfamiliar with.

First of all, good: this section does a good job of introducing my academic interest in book-to-item, and demonstrates pre-existing knowledge of the study of material culture and literary text. In addition, the language includes: the naming of "visible" and "invisible" in the beginning and phrases such as, "perfectly bound, visible, stone tablets, papyrus" make life written and kept the reader engaged.
If I were to go back and improve this section, first, I would completely change the first sentence to something much smaller than talking about my childhood. I might try something like “My love for books is multifaceted. I don't just love the news too…. Secondly, I was a little out of tune. Three sets in one category are excessively high. Finally, I may have to cut down this section to make room wise for more in a statement to discuss some specific aspects of the program that interest me.

Paragraph 2
In addition, blogs, webcomics, digital history databases, e-readers, and social media sites such as tumblr and Facebook have revolutionized the book's concept by changing how we share and convey ideas and information, just as a machine does. Gutenberg's press has changed the whole book during those last decades of the fifteenth century. There has also been an explosion that both can post information and who can access it.

This section briefly and succinctly introduces another of my main academic interests: how new technology has changed the concept of a book-as-a-thing. The tie-back on the printer is a nice touch; is a clear example that shows that I am aware of important historical moments in book history.

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I take great interest in the preservation of the visual textbook, as I think it is an integral part of human history (not to mention a satisfying reader experience). However, I am also so concerned with the digitization and organization of modern world knowledge that this book, in all its forms, remains relevant and easy to use and use. Archives, archives, and databases as stored on world servers, libraries and museums are important resources that need to be well organized and managed to benefit the full potential of their audiences. My intention is to apply to the University of Edinburgh's Material Culture and History of this Book to gain the skills needed to keep all types of books related and relevant in a time when information can go far more than ever.
This section actually has trouble concentrating. Since it covers two topics, I have to divide it into two categories: one for the combination of my two interests, and one for my goals and plans in the program. I can also stand to expand on what program this program has that might interest me: professors I would like to work with, specific aspects of the curriculum, etc.

Despite these things, however, this section does a good job at combining the two academic interests related to the book I presented in the first two sections. And language is still powerful— “a satisfying feeling of understanding” is a great sentence. Anyway, I used the word “details,” a lot; I might try replacing it with the same words (such as “information”) in a few places.

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In addition, I will pursue a PhD in Library Literature and Identity once I graduate with a degree and feel that this program while making me fully qualified to approach humanities from a literacy and academic perspective.

This last section gives a fast touch on my future plans without a concept. it's best to form this brief, because it is here, provided you'll be able to clearly outline a number of the long run goals.

Essay 2: Relevant Experience

The second prompt just asked me to describe my relevant knowledge, training, and skills.

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As a student of fairy tales and mythology, I have gained a strong understanding of the material culture and how it relates to the culture as a whole. I also read about the transmission of ideas, details, stories and pieces of drugs into and among people, which is an integral part of the book's history. Folklore is more concerned with the questions of oral literature and the tendency of the text to "allow" fairy tales, and the text may also question or convey embedded translations; as well as my studies in my field of religious focus and storytelling have been obsessed with linguistic integration. One of my subjects was particularly concerned with the Japanese novel that read The Tale of Genji and the questions of interpretation and representation in Heian postmodern texts and modern interpretations. In addition to the broader cultural questions regarding sexuality and spirituality in contemporary Japanese history, we have looked at the relationship between different Genji texts and images.
This is a solid, focused phase. I link my background to higher education in Folklore with Mythology and my interests in studying this book, as well as showing some of my knowledge in the area. I have chosen and elaborated on a solid example (my class in The Genji's Tale) of my relevant work.

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I also have a work experience that benefits from book study. After my freshman year of college, I ended up at the Museum of Chicago. Although I am a tourist department in the museum and archive department, I worked closely with the department of education, which highlighted my interest in collecting museums and how museums present public collections. After my senior year of college and my junior year, I worked at the Harvard, Horton library. In Horton I have prepared collections for archives. These collections consist mainly of notable personal papers, divided into alphabetical folders. This experience has made me more reflective of the process and helped me understand how clusters interact perfectly.

This section is also very focused: my past, relevant work experience. Discussing the collection of archives and presenting information to the public links the interests discussed in my first statement with my qualifications in my second statement. However, if I were to revisit this section, I would include some examples of the amazing things I worked on and hosted at the Library. In that work, I touched Oliver Cromwell's death mask! An interesting example will make this section appear more and more popular.

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Finally, currently as an educational advisor in Allston, a suburb of Boston, I have learned the importance of visual history and cultural material from an educational perspective. As a mentor who develops individual and small group curriculum for students, I have learned to value highly structured and effective educational resources such as websites, iPad apps, and books as a learning tool. By managing and organizing collections in such a way that we make the information accessible to those who need it.

This last section discusses my current (at the time) career in education and how that ties my interest in the history of this book. The complex communication also recurs in my discussion of the availability of information in the third section of the first statement. Also, if I were to add this statement further, I would include a specific example of a book-based (or technology-based) project I did on one of my students. I worked on things like book-making and “illuminating manuscripts” with some of my students; those would be interesting examples here.

This statement is divided into two parts because of the two-way forward format. However, if I were to combine all this information into one single statement, I might briefly incorporate my research interests, deep into my domain, and go back to talk more about my interests and goals and what makes me happy about the program. There is no one specific way to create a statement of purpose as long as it is flowing well and the sections are arranged in logical order: one topic per paragraph, and a clear topic and conclusion sentence.

More Statement of Purpose Examples:

We’ve provided you with four great graduate school statement of purpose examples from our graduate school experts. However, if you’re looking for more, there are other sample letters of intent and statements of purpose for graduate school online. We’ve rounded up the best ones here, along with some strengths and weaknesses about each example.

Major tests Statement of Purpose Sample:

This is a fairly straightforward, clearly written statement of purpose sample for a biology program. It includes useful commentary after each paragraph about what this statement of purpose is accomplishing.

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UC Berkeley History Statement of Purpose Sample:

This is a graduate school statement of purpose example from the UC Berkeley History department’s PhD program, with annotations from a professor as to why it’s a successful statement.

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While very well-written and engaging, this sample statement of purpose for graduate school is a little bit on the long side! It’s a little over two single-spaced pages, which is definitely pushing the limits of acceptable length. Try to keep yours at 2 pages or less. Some of the information on the thesis (which comprises over half of the statement of purpose) could be condensed to bring it down to two pages.

Pharmacy Residency Letter of Intent Sample:

This is not technically a sample letter of intent for graduate school because it’s actually for a pharmacy residency program. However, this example still provides illumination as to what makes a decent graduate school letter of intent sample.

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NIU Bad Statement of Purpose Example:

This is an ineffective graduate school statement of purpose example, with annotations on why it doesn’t work.

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Graduate School Statement of Purpose Examples: 4 Key Points

Graduation programs ask for a statement of intent to hear about your interests and goals and why you think you and the program may be appropriate.
There are four essential elements of an effective statement of purpose:

References:

1. R.P. Bhatnagar and Rajul Bhargava; English for competitive Examinations, Revised Edition.

2. Dr. Evangelin Arulselvi, Teaching of Special English, 2009.

3. Krishna Mohan and Meera Banerji, Developing communication Skills, 1990.