ENG-FPX1250 Assessment Section 2: Explain the Uses of Informative and Persuasive Reports A.   When to Use the Informative Report

Informative report provide information in an organized and objective manner. The goal is to increase the audience’s knowledge, help readers to understand procedures and processes, and increase understanding of an issue (Amsalem, 2019). The data-driven nature of the report makes them appropriate for addresses processes or functions that could help increase operational efficiency, reduce errors, and optimize quality and safety metrics. For example, an informative report may provide insights into internal inefficiencies that hinder patient care. The report may include details about the need for a well-organized workforce to achieve consistent performance and enhance success of the organization.

B.   When to Use the Persuasive Report

Authors should use persuasive report to convince the audience to agree with a certain perspective (Amsalem, 2019). For example, one may consider a persuasive report on the need for the government to regulate all fast-food chains in a country. The report provides insights into the health implications of the businesses and the impact of a decision to reduce individuals’ exposure to fast foods. The goal is to present logical arguments and offer a conclusive resolution

References

Amsalem, E. (2019). How informative and persuasive is simple elite communication? Effects on like-minded and polarized audiences. Public Opinion Quarterly, 83(1), 1-25. https://openscholar.huji.ac.il/sites/default/files/eran.amsalem/files/amsalem_2019.pdf

Smith, J. (2019). Communication @ work. Seneca. https://pressbooks.senecacollege.ca/buscomm/