Workplace Writing: A Handbook for Common Workplace Genres and Professional Writing

Reviewed by Jennifer Lanter, Specialist, University of Texas at Arlington on 5/17/24

Comprehensiveness rating: 5 see less

The text is comprehensive and covers the subject in an approachable manner. The index is detailed and helpful.

Content Accuracy rating: 5

The text is accurate, well-designed, and unbiased.

Relevance/Longevity rating: 3

The content was written several years ago and would benefit from revisions regarding editing software and AI progression.

Clarity rating: 4

The text is accessible and lucid. There are areas in the text that could be edited for simplicity and length.

Consistency rating: 4

The terminology and framework are consistent and accurate and helps the reader understand context.

Modularity rating: 5

The text is organized well and is easily digestible. The content can effortlessly be divided into sections instructors to teach in modules.

Organization/Structure/Flow rating: 5

The topic is organized in an organic and easy-to-understand fashion.

Interface rating: 4

The text is easy to navigate, and the charts are clear and concise. The authors do a wonderful job of using concrete examples.

Grammatical Errors rating: 5

The text is very well written and grammatically correct.

Cultural Relevance rating: 3

The text is not culturally insensitive or offensive. However, the examples could be more inclusive of other races and backgrounds.

The text is well-designed and written. Students will benefit from the book's details and learn from the examples used to illustrate information. Additionally, this text provides students with practical and necessary information for writing professionally.