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Technical Communication from 1850-1950: Where Have We Been?

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Kynell, Teresa – Technical Communication Quarterly, 1999

Considers some foundational, historical issues that led to the formation of a technical-communication pedagogy in the first place. Evaluates shifts in an engineering curriculum from roughly 1850 to 1960 that made possible the development of a technical-communication curriculum. (SC)

Descriptors: College Instruction, Curriculum, Educational History, Engineering Education

Exploring the Technical Communicator's Roles: Implications for Program Design.

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Zimmerman, Donald E.; Long, Marilee – Technical Communication Quarterly, 1993

Suggests guidelines for curriculum and program development in technical communication based on reviews of relevant survey literature, academic literature, and relevant demographic data on technical communicators. Discusses implications for designing technical communication curricula and programs. (RS)

Descriptors: Communication Skills, Curriculum Development, Guidelines, Higher Education