1、How to Write a Notice （通知到位）Unit 11 Business WritingLearning Objectives Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice1.To be aware of the formats and contents of notices2.To have a good command of useful expressions3.To be able to draft an effective notice for different situations 1 Introduction t
2、o Notices Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice1. What is a notice?A notice is a piece of paper which gives written or printed information before something is going to happen. There are two main types of notices: notices printed to be circulated among parties concerned and notices intended
3、 to be pinned on a notice-board, which are referred to be as announcements. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice2. What is the purpose of writing a notice? The purpose of writing notices to tell people something. It may be what is going to h
4、appen, or sometimes, what has already happened. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice3. What are the components of a notice? A notice should tell people the activity, the time, the place, and other details. 4. What are the requirements on the language of a notice used? Separate line, passi
5、ve voice, positive tone, imperative sentence , set-expression is more often used in a notice. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice 2 Writing of Notices Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a NoticeWriting of NoticesNo. 1 A proper format should be adopted. Unit 11 Business Writing -How t
6、o Write a Notice Heading: giving the main ideaName and position of the writer Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice Writing of NoticesNo. 1 A proper format should be adopted.State the name and position of the person who wrote it. It ensures the noticecan be displayed attractively and acted
7、 upon where necessary. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice Writing of NoticesNo. 1 A proper format should be adopted.The issuing date of the notice is at the bottom, but not compulsory. Writing of NoticesNo. 1 A proper format should be adopted.Sometimes, the notice adopts a phrase-like p
8、attern, with each line telling different information, such as the occasion, the time and the place etc. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a NoticeWriting of NoticesNo.2 Language in business notices should be concise, business-like, polite and easily understandable. 1. Write in simple English th
9、roughout the notice.2. Make the heading or open eye-catching and stimulating. Depending on the occasion, one can use suitable images, logos or any graphic representing the event.3. Complete sentences need not always be used in all types of notices. Abbreviations and symbols can also be used.4. Avoid
10、 long, rambling paragraphs and keep the notice as brief as possible. Usually the detailed part is around 50 words. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a NoticeUseful Expressions1. All the staff and workers are requested to be present on time.2. All staff are required to note that the new timetabl
11、e comes into effect from May 1, 2009.3. Please note that tomorrows department meeting has been put off because of the lecture. 4. We shall be in operation from Janauary 1, 2010. Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice Thank you!部分图片来自网络，仅供教学、交流使用。 Unit 11 Business Writing -How to Write a Notice
