Reader-Focused Text Evaluation

Abstract

This article presents a review of the literature on reader-focused text evaluation. First, an account is given of the document characteristics that can be evaluated. Then the possible functions of evaluations are considered, a distinction being made between verifying, troubleshooting, and choice-supporting research. Finally, an overview is presented of methods appropriate for the various document characteristics and evaluation functions. Relevant research findings on the methodological strengths and constraints of each method are discussed.

Journal
Journal of Business and Technical Communication
Published
1997-10-01
DOI
10.1177/1050651997011004003
Open Access
Closed

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  1. Journal of Business and Technical Communication
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