Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Apr 1996

An Informal Survey of Technical Writing Textbooks: 1950–1970

Thomas L. Warren Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City

Abstract

The textbook is the main teaching tool for instructors. Typically, teachers select a text based on how well it supports their views of and approach to the subject. Looking at texts suggests how the subject has been taught over the years and what assumptions are made about students. This informal look at pre-1970 textbooks characterizes the early teaching of technical writing by examining such features as author's background, contents, assumed reader, and focus.

Journal
Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published
1996-04-01
DOI
10.2190/1qd8-pk64-x0rj-atwg
Open Access
Closed
Topics
technical communication multilingual writers

Citation Context

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  1. Connors (1982)
    The Rise of Technical Writing Instruction in America
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