Journal of Business and Technical Communication Jan 2005

Teaching in a High-Tech Conference Room:

Louise Rehling San Francisco State University

Abstract

As a response to research about both the work space of professional writers and the pedagogy using workplace simulations, a professional writing course was adapted for a high-tech conference room equipped with electronic meeting tools. This experiment improved students’ learning of course content, which included collaborative writing strategies, project management, and teamwork; research methods; presentation and design skills; and organizational culture and professional development. Students also better understood workplace realities and distinctions between academic and workplace environments. In addition, the experiment facilitated students’idea sharing and communication as well as their preparation for transitioning to the workplace. The teaching experience was more creative and rewarding, too.

Journal
Journal of Business and Technical Communication
Published
2005-01-01
DOI
10.1177/1050651904267262
Open Access
Closed
Topics
empirical research multimodality professional writing multilingual writers

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