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7 Principles of Effective Critique in Technical Communications
Introduction to Principles of Effective Critique The Principles of Effective Critique in technical communications is an important tool to improve the quality of content. Yet improper and ineffective critique is worse than no critique at all since it alienates the receivers and puts them in a defensive mood. From that point on all efforts for…
Read MoreUniv of Washington offers Technical Writing and Editing Certificate
Here is a technical communication certificate program offered by University of Washington, Human Centered Design and Engineering (HCDE) department. HCDE’s 2010-2011 Technical Writing and Editing program begins on September 30, 2010. Applications for this program are now being accepted. The deadline for receipt of applications at UW PCE is 5 pm on August 20, 2010.…
Read MoreMayfield Handbook of Technical and Scientific Writing
There are so many good free resources out there to help technical writers at all levels. Here is one such resource: Mayfield Handbook of Technical and Scientific Writing Authors: Leslie C. Perelman, Edward Barrett, and James Paradis Click here to have free and instant access to this resource
Read MoreShould You Get a Technical Communication (or Writing) Certificate, or Diploma?
© 2010 Ugur Akinci Here’s a question TCC readers ask me often: “Should I get a diploma or certificate in technical writing/communication?” I’m big on education and training. But my answer to this question is always: “It depends.” Let me explain. First off, if your current or prospective employer demands that you get a certificate…
Read MoreSouthern Polytechnic State University offers Advanced Certificate in Content Development
Go beyond the basics to strengthen your knowledge and skills in critical and rapidly changing areas of content development for any medium. Required courses include Writing Across Media, Information Architecture, Website Design, and International Technical Communication. In addition, choose two more courses from among those offered online every semester. English, Technical Communication and Media Arts…
Read MoreDrexel University Offers Master of Science Program in (Technical) Communication
Drexel University’s Master of Science in Communication prepares students for careers in a wide range of professional activities. The program specializes in three areas: technical communication, science communication, and public communication. Technical communication is for those seeking employment as technical writers, computer documentation specialists, and training specialists. Science communication has much to offer those who…
Read MoreSouth Dakota — Black Hills State University Offers Corporate Communication B.S. Degree
BROOKINGS, S.D. – The South Dakota Board of Regents Thursday approved a new undergraduate degree in corporate communication at Black Hills State University. It also authorized the university to deliver its existing mass communication degree to students in Rapid City. “In today’s business world, it is more important than ever to prepare effective communicators,” said…
Read MoreA Group Exercise to Teach Technical Writing
How would you teach technical writing to a group of aspiring writers who do not have a hi-tech background? Can you teach instructional and procedural writing even when the topic is, say, how to pack your suitcase before you board a plane? AMANDA CHRISTY BROWN and HOLLY EPSTEIN OJALVO did exactly that in this New…
Read MoreCCCC Outstanding Dissertation Award in Technical Communication
The CCCC Committee on Technical Communication presents the Outstanding Dissertation Award in Technical Communication annually during the Awards Session at the CCCC Convention. Dissertations are evaluated according to the following five criteria: originality of research, contribution the research makes to the field, methodological soundness of the approach used, awareness of the existing research in the…
Read MoreTexas Tech Offers Exemplary Program in Technical Communication
The number of colleges offering a technical communication degree or technical writing certificate is steadily increasing. Most of them are offered through the English departments. That’s also the case at Texas Tech but the depth of TT program is really admirable. Consider these facts: 1. Texas Tech offers not only a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree…
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