Center For Professional Excellence Online Handouts (The following links require Adobe Acrobat, click for a free download) Analytical report writing: APA Style Tips Writing an analysis Avoiding pitfalls Checklist for analytical reports Basic elements of presentations: checklist Case analysis guide Case presentation guide Controlling idea characteristics Cultural Differences in Communication Executive Summary Example Group papers: avoiding pitfalls Group presentations: Making them "seamless" Headings and layout for papers Introductions:  Setting up a report or presentation Introduction Do's and Don'ts (presentations) Mind-mapping to originate and develop a topic Outline examples: How to Buy a Bicycle Choosing a Computer Monitor OLE Weekend Forms (word document, please select open) Persuasive strategies (chart) Persuasive plans (narrative descriptions) Presentation checklist (case presentations) Presentation evaluation sheet (individual presentations) Q&A session guide Report  format Report checklist Roles people play in groups or on teams Transmittal memo example Unity with "UOCSI" Visual aids, including computer projection (PowerPoint): What makes a good visual aid? Computer slide guide Visual Media Compared