Technical Communication Quarterly Oct 2014

Social Network Analysis and Professional Practice: Exploring New Methods for Researching Technical Communication

Jordan Frith University of North Texas

Abstract

This article provides background on social network analysis, an innovative research paradigm that focuses on the importance of social networks. The article begins by giving background on the development of social network analysis and different methods used by social network analysis researchers. The article then examines how these methods can be used in the field of technical communication by focusing on how technical communicators form social networks and connect diverse audiences.

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Technical Communication Quarterly
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2014-10-01
DOI
10.1080/10572252.2014.942467
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