Isolates a dozen problems with diction and sentence structure that comprise the "gobbledygook syndrome." (RL)

Refutes arguments against the teaching of technical writing by English teachers. Shows how the training of English teachers prepares them for technical writing instruction. (JT)

Offers early childhood program directors practical suggestions on fund-raising and writing proposals. (CM)

A survey questionnaire was distributed to science writers at metropolitan newspapers in the U.S. Conclusions show science writing at the metropolitan newspaper is a vigorous specialty distinctly different from general reporting. Science writers see science reporting improving both in quality and quantity, with an evaluative, critical approach now…

A review of literature on science writing, diffusion of technical innovations, advertising, public relations, etc., is organized into conclusions under three categories: audience characteristics, effects of communication, and source/receiver relations. The article suggests further systematic research into science writing as a discipline. (RE)

The Stanford School of Engineering Communications Project is described. One professional composition expert teaches engineering students with strong writing abilities to instruct other students in writing. (BB)

A program is described which integrates technical writing into the introduction to a chemical engineering course at the University of Texas. The students write seven essays on engineering topics. The essays are graded by teaching assistants from the English department. (BB)

When engineering teachers assign a paper or report, they can help students by providing at the time of the assignment an acceptable format for the report. (Author/BB)

The validity of a study reporting evidence that thinking strategies facilitate the learning of basic facts is questioned. The written report is criticized as suffering from lack of clarity. (MP)

A critique of a research article is answered, specific criticisms addressed, and the integrity of the article affirmed. (MP)

Discusses the need for terminology banks in the scientific fields, and describes the work of AFTERM (Association Francaise de Terminologie) in coordinating lexicographic activities in France. (AM)

This bibliography cites bibliographies, dictionaries, encyclopedias, atlases, and resource books for translators, including entries on language and linguistics relevant to translators. (Text is in French.) (CLK)

Qualitatively examines evaluators' reports on 51 doctoral dissertations for common themes, findings variations in format, recommendations, and interpretation of recommendations, and importance placed on editorial aspects of the theses. Suggests these evaluators approach the task of reading a dissertation with needs similar to readers of any new…

Discusses several terms used to denote cultural diversity and their implications. Emphasizes the importance of intracultural variations to an understanding of multiculturalism. Describes two assignments that give students in a graduate business communication course experience in researching various aspects of culture, exploring issues cultural…

Presents a colloquium in which five scholars examine issues facing researchers in the history of business communication: how to identify topics and research questions; where to find archival and published sources; how to interpret texts and set them in context; special problems to overcome in historical research; and what work needs to be done.…