Layouts for Directional Process Analysis

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An Introduction toProcess Analysis

• Definition
• A pattern of exposition that explores the
  critical question of how?

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An Introduction toProcess Analysis

• Two Types of Process Analysis
• Directional
• Informational

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An Introduction toProcess Analysis

• Two Types of Process Analysis
• Directional

An explanation of steps in a procedure,
anticipating the successful completion of the
process by the reader
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An Introduction toProcess Analysis

• Two Types of Process Analysis
• Informational

An explanation of steps in a procedure,
anticipating only the readers understanding
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Characteristics of Directional Process

• A brief introduction with a thesisthat outlines
  the broad steps
• A body organized into sequential units
• Discreet units, each explaining a separate step
  in the imperative mood
• Headings or other graphic aids
• Level of detail determined by the experience of
  the audience
• A conclusion that describes the successfully
  completed process

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Characteristics of Directional Process

• The Test for Successful Directional Process
  Analysis

After reading the explanation of each step, ask
yourself, What can I do?
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Layouts for Directional Process
Introduction
Step 1 (background/context paragraph)
Sidebar
Discussion/Content
Graphic Aid
Caption/Comment
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Cautions for Directional Process

• Dont deviate from a sequential organization.
• Avoid stating the obvious or giving stylistic
  instructions.
• Dont change elements in the template or style
  sheet.
• Give cautions or warnings sparingly but as
  necessary.

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Characteristics of Informational Process

• A brief introduction with a thesis that outlines
  the broad steps
• A body divided into units, organized sequentially
  or otherwise
• Discreet units, each explaining a selected step,
  in the declarative mood
• Headings or other graphic aids optional
• Level of detail determined by the experience of
  the audience
• A conclusion that interprets, evaluates,
  compares/contrasts, etc.

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Characteristics of Informational Process

• The Test for Successful Informational Process
  Analysis

After reading the explanation of each step, ask
yourself, What can I paraphrase?
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Layouts for Informational Process
Introduction
Discussion/Content
Sidebar
Graphic Aid
Caption/Comment
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Cautions for Informational Process

• Dont deviate from an organizational plan.
• Dont overlook key detail, but avoid trying to
  develop the whole subject.
• Dont change elements in the template or style
  sheet.
• Avoid merely summarizing findings or content
  employ additional patterns of development
  (projection, application, evaluation, etc.)

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Notes on Combining Patterns

• Both directional and informational analysis can
  be combined within one essay. Here are some
  guidelines
• Keep the two types separate in the essay.
• Always complete the presentation of directional
  process analysis at the point of introduction.
• Remember to shift verb mood from declarative to
  imperative when shifting into directional process
  analysis.

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Suggested Formats for a Combining Directional and
Informational Analysis

• Use one of the following layouts for combining
  the two patterns of writing

Directional Process Analysis Step 1Step X
Informational Process Analysis
Informational Process Analysis
Directional Process Analysis Step 1Step X
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Assignment for theProcess Analysis Essay

• Write a composition of about 3 to 5 pages
  (double-spaced/typed) explaining to a colleague
  on the job how to operate a piece of equipment
  or how to complete a process that is job-related.
• Create a PowerPoint outline that you would use
  before an audience for which you are
  demonstrating the operations or process.

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