Research in Technical Communication: Perspectives and Thoughts on the Process

Research in Technical Communication: Perspectives and Thoughts on the Process

This article presents technical communication as both a discipline and a profession. The authors explore the nature of research, discuss linking theory with practice, and examine the gap between theory and practice in technical communication. They challenge certain conventions about the relationship...

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Veröffentlicht in:Technical communication (Washington) 1992-11, Vol.39 (4), p.526-532
Hauptverfasser: Pinelli, Thomas E., Barclay, Rebecca O.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Analysis
Communication
Communication of technical information
Communication theory
Communications
Communications industries
Field research
Higher Education
Human animal communication
Information science
Interpersonal communication
Learned societies
Professional communication
Professions
Research methods
Research universities
Technical communication
Technical Writing
Theory Practice Relationship
Universities
Writing Research
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Zusammenfassung:This article presents technical communication as both a discipline and a profession. The authors explore the nature of research, discuss linking theory with practice, and examine the gap between theory and practice in technical communication. They challenge certain conventions about the relationship between technical communication research and its applicability for practitioners, and offer suggestions for bridging the gap.
ISSN:0049-3155
1938-369X