Module 1 — Effective
writing: Strategies
and principles
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Activity 13: Writing headings and topic sentences
Look at the following two paragraphs. Both are missing their topic sentences. Write an appropriate sentence for each and provide a heading that reflects the meaning behind the topic sentence that you write.
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Staff may fear changes in their functions, transfers or even termination of the contractual relationship. The stress is particularly severe for those having short-term contract arrangements. The negative effects on staff of rumours and misinformation can be avoided by the responsible chief directly advising staff, at the earliest opportunity, of any proposals or decisions for change. |
Your topic sentence: |
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Your topic sentence will surely not be exactly the same as the original writer’s. However, the main idea is to include something about the importance of sharing information among staff. |
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Your heading: |
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The importance of sharing information with staff
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Paragraph 2 |
Being closest to the local economy and, consequently, to the local population, local authorities clearly have a key role in developing partnerships and promoting cooperation between various local public and private actors. In the context of job creation, it is particularly important that local authorities have powers that give them the potential to create new jobs, so their actions are likely to have a considerable impact on the local labour market. Although they are often major employers, their role may need to be strengthened if they are to play their part more efficiently. |
Your topic sentence: |
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It is clear that local authorities are among the most important players in the development of employment at local level. Your sentence should contain something about the value or importance of local authorities relating to employment. |
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Your heading: |
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The role of local authorities in employment development
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