Moving instruction to the web: Writing as multi‐tasking

Robert Kramer New Mexico State University ; Stephen A. Bernhardt New Mexico State University

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of presenting Web‐based assignments within the technical communication service course. Current research on using the World Wide Web (Web) and Internet as a teaching resource investigates online writing courses, Distance Education (DE), and hypertext authoring. The literature indicates good reasons for moving instruction to the Web, but there is little description of why this migration is needed in terms of the kinds of learning achieved through Web‐based writing, nor is there much specific discussion of what type of useful instructional space can be built with the Web. This study is intended to provide support for centering more instruction within the environment of the Web. This article describes a study using a Web site designed for technical communication instruction. It defines the types of learning students experienced when using the site and presents samples of student work representing a wide range of skill development, both traditional and digital, that support moving instruction to the Web in immediately useful ways.

Journal
Technical Communication Quarterly
Published
1999-06-01
DOI
10.1080/10572259909364671
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