Technical Communication Quarterly Jan 2021

The Benefits of Improvisational Games in the TC Classroom

Tammy Rice-Bailey Milwaukee School of Engineering

Abstract

ABSTRACT This Methodologies and Approaches piece examines the question: How do TC students perceive the value of improvisational training? Students from three workshops were surveyed about their reactions to the improv games in which they participated. Major findings are that students at this STEM university overwhelming considered improv training to be valuable. They associate improv training helpful in quick-thinking, collaboration, creativity, and confidence. They further consider improv skills transferable to effective performance in various settings.

Journal
Technical Communication Quarterly
Published
2021-01-02
DOI
10.1080/10572252.2020.1754466
Open Access
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