Comparative Analysis of Technical Literature

David M. Locke; Alan K. Stewart

doi:10.2190/kmpf-ta3h-ptlq-try6

Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Jul 1973

Comparative Analysis of Technical Literature

David M. Locke Illinois Institute of Technology ; Alan K. Stewart IIT Research Institute

Abstract

A technique is presented for the analysis of technical publications by comparison—with special regard to factors influenced by intended audience and professional category of author (i.e., scientist-engineer or writer). Writing style and use of graphics are important considerations; “readability” may be assessed. The technique is illustrated with an analysis of two articles on the same subject from different publications. Although the technique is intended chiefly as a teaching tool, some of the principles involved may be useful to others interested in judging the character of publications in a field, perhaps to help select the most suitable outlet for an article or to aid in designing a paper for a specific publication.

Journal: Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published: 1973-07-01
DOI: 10.2190/kmpf-ta3h-ptlq-try6
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Stewart Alan K. “Style in Science Writing: A Comparative View,” unpublished report, December, 1971.
Gunning Robert, The Technique of Clear Writing, pp. 29–30, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1952.
Ward Ritchie R., Practical Technical Writing, pp. 20–31, Alfred A Knopf, New York, 1968.

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