Assignment

Select one of the following tools as the focus of your user manual and presentation:

Student website

University Library

Virtual Organizations

Online discussion forums

Write a 15- to 20-page user manual for your selected tool.

Provide effective, clear, concise, accurate, and coherent written communication that introduces first-time students to your tool.

Include the following items in your manual:

Table of contents

Headers and footers that include page numbers, copyright information, and other necessary information

Headings

Appropriate font

Written instructions for accessing, navigating, and using the selected tool

Visual elements, such as images, flowcharts, tables, and screenshots

Effective page layout, including the order of information, use of whitespace, and highlighting

Terminology definitions, a key to define any symbols or diagrams used, and any other necessary information to help the user navigate the manual

Finalize and submit the user manual.

Create a 7- to 10-slide annotated or narrated Microsoft PowerPoint presentation that could be presented in a student orientation meeting to introduce your team's tool.

Include the following in your presentation:

Speaker notes

Introduction slide

Conclusion slide

Headings

Graphics

Easy-to-read fonts

Appropriate contrast

Effective slide design and layout, including the amount of information and use of white space.