For each of the lettered topics that follow, identify the best organizational pattern for a discussion of the subject. For example, a discussion of distance education and on-campus courses could be organized using the comparison-and-contrast pattern. Write a brief explanation about why this would be the best organizational pattern to use. (Use each of the organizational patterns discussed in this chapter at least once.)
FORMAT
You are simply identifying which organizational pattern to use for each example, and briefly explaining why it is the correct pattern. Use the a. – j. lettering format, not numbers. Write out the letter and topic for each answer, for example “a. how to register for courses at your college or university,” and use complete sentences for your short, one-paragraph explanations.
a. how to register for courses at your college or university
b. how you propose to reduce the time required to register for classes or to change your schedule
c. your car’s dashboard
d. the current price of gasoline
e. advances in manufacturing technology
f. the reasons you chose your college or major
g. a student organization on your campus
h. two music-streaming services
i. tablet computers
j. how you propose to increase the ties between your college or university and local business and industry