Rules, Context, and Technical Communication

Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Apr 1980

Rules, Context, and Technical Communication

Carolyn R. Miller

Abstract

The concept of “rule,” derived from linguistics and anthropology, provides a way of understanding the relationship between context, purpose, and message production and interpretation. “Rules” are shared expectations which structure situations and guide individual action. This paper reviews some of the concepts that have come out of rules theory in communication research and suggests their particular relevance and utility to understanding the problems and situations in technical communication.

Journal: Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published: 1980-04-01
DOI: 10.2190/b110-ck80-0dtg-e918
Topics: technical communication

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