PROW - additional information Flashcards

1
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____of Canadians lack the literacy skills needed to succeed in Canada

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42%

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2
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Improving literacy contributes to

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Economic growth
Return on public investments like healthcare
Involvement in the democratic process

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3
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Reducing literacy rates by ___ will increase labor productivity by 2.5% and lead to a permament increase of 18billion/year in Canada’s GDP

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1%

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4
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Most literacy challenges can be overcome by an appropriate mix of

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1) effective instruction 2) early learning experience 3) systematic assessments 4) appropriate intervention

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5
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Always use ____ over ____

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That….Which

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6
Q

What is a Direct Claim

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  • Correct a wrong
  • Customers to a company (refund)
  • Business writing a sub contractor
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7
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What kind of tone should be employed for a Direct Claim

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  • Formal, professional
  • Concise and Direct
  • Open with a clear solution
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8
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Letter (outside)

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Informal, Short Report

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9
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Memo (inside)

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informal, short, organized with headings

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10
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Manuscript

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Formal, large report

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11
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Analytical Report

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Compares recommendations

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12
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Informational Report

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Provides information

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