Technical Communication Quarterly Apr 2004

TPC Program Snapshots: Developing Curricula and Addressing Challenges

Nancy Allen ; Steven T. Benninghoff

Abstract

Abstract This article reports results from a survey of US technical and professional communication undergraduate programs concerning core concepts emphasized and most commonly taught procedures, skills, and tools. Snapshot views of current programs are derived from the results, and the developmental processes and directions of four new programs are described in more detail. The article concludes with challenges for programs to maintain humanistic concerns while also providing effective professional and technical preparation.

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Technical Communication Quarterly
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2004-04-01
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10.1207/s15427625tcq1302_3
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