Acptw Baq Lesson4

Apply Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Techniques in the Workplace (ACPTW)
Trainer: Mr. Beeneil A. Quitola
Qualification Title: N/A NC Level: N/A Total Training Hours:

Name of TVI: Angelita V. Del Mundo Foundation (AVM Foundation) Inc.
Competency/ies to be LEARNING OBJECTIVE/S:
Achieved and Learning After reading and understanding this Information sheet, you should be able to:
Outcomes  Provide recommendation/s to manager
Learning Activities/ Tasks 1. Read Information Sheet

2. Answer Self-Check
3. Perform Task Sheet
Training Period / Training Lesson 4

Duration
Training Method Hybrid (Face to Face, Modular and Online Learning Modality)
Method of Assessment Written test, Practical/ Performance Test & Interview
Learning/Training Resources TESDA TR & CBC
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-
recommendation-report
How to Write a Recommendation Report
A recommendation report is a useful professional tool that allows you to discuss potential solutions to a problem
while also recommending the solution you think is most effective. By including supporting information for each solution,
you can help readers make high impact decisions that may affect teams or organizations. In this article, we define a
recommendation report, identify who uses them, discuss how to write one and provide writing tips.
What is a recommendation report?

A recommendation report, also referred to as a feasibility report, is a document that discusses multiple solutions
to a problem before then making a recommendation on which solution to choose. Recommendation reports are both
informative and persuasive documents, and they direct the reader to come to a certain conclusion regarding the most
efficient solution. The report also discusses the potential solutions to the problem using a consistent set of criteria.
At the conclusion of the recommendation report, the writer recommends which solution to choose based on the
criteria they offer. Professionals use recommendation reports in both academic and business settings.
Who uses recommendation reports?

A recommendation report is useful in any situation in which a consultant or team member performs research to
solve a problem. This type of a report is common in the product development, information technology, retail and
community development fields. Additionally, many organizations use recommendation reports to share background
information and solution recommendations with investors or shareholders. A recommendation report may also function
as one part of the project planning process if solving a problem or challenge is an early stage in the project.
How to write a recommendation report
You can write a recommendation report with the following steps:

1. Choose a topic
Choose a topic for your recommendation report. If you are writing a recommendation report in the workplace,
you may already have a problem to solve, which serves as your topic. If you're writing in an academic setting, you may
have more control over your topic, but you'll want to choose something that relates to your specific field of study. This is
also a good time to evaluate your audience, focusing on what information they want and what background information
they may need.
2. Collect research
Recommendation reports are usually evidence-based. This means that it is important to support any
recommendations you make with reliable data. It can be helpful to begin your report by collecting sufficient research on
the topic through:
 Case studies
 Demographic information
 Website analytics
 Focus groups
 Customer buying habits
 Surveys
 Interviews
 Public records
The specific method you use when collecting research for a recommendation report may vary depending on the
industry. For example, you might gather information on customer buying habits and website analytics to support the
arguments you make in a recommendation report for a retail business.
3. Write your executive summary

Begin your recommendation report with your executive summary, which provides the reader with a synopsis of
the document. It includes the writer's purpose and a brief overview of the report's information. This section also states
that the report is a recommendation report and that at the end of it, you provide the reader with a recommendation.
4. Write your problem statement

Your problem statement provides readers with background information on the problem or challenge that your
report addresses. In this paragraph, provide readers with a summary of the problem and emphasize why finding a solution
is important. Try to provide all of the information that readers require in order to understand the need for a solution and
your recommendation.
5. Write your solution paragraphs

After introducing the problem, you can start identifying potential solutions. It is a good idea to aim for an average
of three solutions. However, your report may have fewer or more solutions depending on the scope of the problem or
challenge you're addressing.
Each solution in this section has one or two paragraphs that discuss the solution in detail and provide evidence to
support it. You might also include relevant information about each solution such as cost, resources, training or any other
important factors.
6. Include your evaluation criteria

A recommendation report also lists your process for evaluating each solution, as this helps the reader understand
how you arrived at your recommendation. Include a description of how one could apply each solution to the problem
you're discussing, then hypothesize about the results. This process should help you identify for the reader the one solution
that works best. You may also compare and contrast each solution using the evaluation criteria.
7. Discuss your final recommendation

This section discusses your final recommendation using the evaluation criteria and the comparisons against the
other solutions. Here, you can include information that justifies your reasoning for choosing the solution and elaborates
on its implementation.
For complex problems, it is possible to recommend more than one solution. In this case, however, it's helpful to
discuss the situations in which the reader would apply each solution, as some solutions may favor certain conditions.
8. Compile your works cited

Compile the research you use throughout the report into a works cited page. Include all journals, websites, books
or publications that you use to support your claims. If your industry prefers a certain citation style, such as MLA or APA,
you can make your report appear more professional by adhering to your field's chosen format.
Tips for writing an effective recommendation report

 Use calls to action: Actionable words that tell the reader exactly what you plan to do and how you plan to do it
can help them envision the available options.
 Provide relevant details: Relevant details that provide the reader with more information allows your audience to
evaluate each potential solution more easily.
 Rehearse your report: Whether or not you plan to present your recommendation report verbally, rehearsing the
contents can help you proofread it for clarity. You might also practice presenting your report in front of a mirror
or ask a trusted friend to listen.
 Provide previous case results: You can further support each of the solutions you list by referring to a corresponding
example in the industry. This might include a case study or an example of a business that used a similar solution.
DO NOT RETURN THIS MODULE.

KEEP IT AS NOTES FOR FUTURE TOPICS & ASSESSMENTS.
Apply Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Techniques in the Workplace (ACPTW) Lesson 4 Assessment
Name: Date:
Section: Score:
I. IDENTIFICATION: Identify the word/term that is defined or described by the following statements/ example. (5
Points)
1. ____________________, This is also a good time to evaluate your audience, focusing on what information they
want and what background information they may need.
2. ____________________, The specific method you use when collecting research for a recommendation report may
vary depending on the industry.
3. ____________________, Include all journals, websites, books or publications that you use to support your claims.
4. Discuss your final recommendation, Here, you can include information that justifies your reasoning for choosing
the solution and elaborates on its implementation.
5. ____________________, Include a description of how one could apply each solution to the problem you're
discussing, then hypothesize about the results.
6. ____________________, This section also states that the report is a recommendation report and that at the end
of it, you provide the reader with a recommendation.
7. ____________________, In this paragraph, provide readers with a summary of the problem and emphasize why
finding a solution is important.
8. ____________________, It discuss the solution in detail and provide evidence to support it.
II. TRUE or FALSE: Read each statement below carefully. Write TRUE on the space AFTER each number if you think a
statement it corrects or right or FALSE if you think the statement is incorrect or wrong. (5 Points)
1. __________, A recommendation report is a useful professional tool that allows you to discuss potential solutions
to a problem while also recommending the solution you think is most effective.
2. __________, Actionable words that tell the reader exactly what you plan to do and how you plan to do it can help
them envision the available options.
3. __________, At the conclusion of the recommendation report, the writer recommends which solution to choose
based on the criteria they offer.
4. __________, Professionals use recommendation reports in both academic and business settings.
5. __________, You might also practice presenting your report in front of a mirror or ask a trusted friend to listen.
III. ESSAY: Discuss briefly and give or enumerate example. Please use the back of the paper. (10 Points)
 How to write an effective recommendation report?
PLEASE RETURN THIS ACTIVITY SHEET TO YOUR TEACHER

FOR CHECKING AND RECORDING PURPOSES.

Acptw Baq Lesson4

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Acptw Baq Lesson4

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Description:

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Acptw Baq Lesson4

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

Apply Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Techniques in the Workplace (ACPTW)

Trainer: Mr. Beeneil A. Quitola

Qualification Title: N/A NC Level: N/A Total Training Hours:

Learning Activities/ Tasks 1. Read Information Sheet

Training Period / Training Lesson 4

How to Write a Recommendation Report

What is a recommendation report?

Who uses recommendation reports?

How to write a recommendation report

You can write a recommendation report with the following steps:

3. Write your executive summary

4. Write your problem statement

5. Write your solution paragraphs

6. Include your evaluation criteria

7. Discuss your final recommendation

8. Compile your works cited

Tips for writing an effective recommendation report

DO NOT RETURN THIS MODULE.

PLEASE RETURN THIS ACTIVITY SHEET TO YOUR TEACHER

You might also like