Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Oct 2017

Methodology on Trial

Luke Redington University of Maine

Abstract

This article combines an adaptation of the Toulmin model of argument with a framework designed to analyze assertions of technology-related expertise in order to examine how expert witnesses fulfill the legal requirements for explaining the methodology underlying their testimony within the combative and sometimes prejudicial conditions of the courtroom environment. Its findings support previous claims about contributions technical communication scholars can make to the legal field.

Journal
Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published
2017-10-01
DOI
10.1177/0047281616641932
Open Access
Closed
Topics
multimodality technical communication argument

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