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Jordan, Michael P. – Technical Writing Teacher, 1986
Describes an editing assignment in which senior engineering students use their knowledge of non-finite clauses (both restrictive and non-restrictive) to achieve concise mature writing. Explains the linguistic background provided to students before the assignment, gives details of the published "answer guide" and the exercise, and…
Descriptors: Editing, Higher Education, Revision (Written Composition), Sentences
Santelmann, Patricia K. – Technical Writing Teacher, 1987
Describes a technical writing assignment designed to teach (1) audience awareness, (2) strategies for analytical problem solving, (3) an understanding of the patterns of organization that make the information clear to the intended audience, and (4) a mastery of the editing skills needed to make writing correct and concise. (SRT)
Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Editing, Higher Education, Problem Solving
