A Sample Says/Does Chart for a Group’s Progress Report Paragraph number 1 [Intro to the report] Says Says who is in this student group and what their topic is; assesses their progress thus far. 2 [Intro paragraph of Says how the group has divided up the work the section overall and introduces the list of individual “Progress Thus Far”) assignments that follows. 3 [Bulleted list] Says what each person is responsible for and what kind of progress he/she has made. 4 [Intro paragraph of Provides a general statement of the main the section “Work areas of information yet to be researched. Still to Be Completed”] 5 [Bulleted list] Lists the three most important kinds of information that are still needed; explains where/how the group will try to find them. 6 [Concluding paragraph] Says that the group is on track to complete a draft by the due date; states that they expect the findings to be useful. Does Reminds the reader who’s in the group and what its topic is so she doesn’t have to consult her notes. Gives her an overall assessment that will help her comprehend what is to follow; saves the details for later sections. Conveys an image of the group as well organized and focused. Previews the list of individual areas of responsibility. Shows that the group has divided up the work in a logical, fair way and anticipated all important parts of the project. Shows that the work has been divided evenly and that there are no slackers. Includes concrete evidence of research thus far to attest to the groups’ effort/research skills and to build confidence in their project. Helps the reader easily grasp what remains to be done. Builds the reader’s confidence in the group’s ability to direct/motivate itself. Helps the reader assess the likelihood of the project’s success and advise the group if necessary. Builds confidence in the group’s commitment/efforts/research skills. Shows the reader that they are aware of and heeding the assigned deadlines. Displays convincing enthusiasm for the project and an awareness of its purpose, both of which bode well for its quality.
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