Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Jan 1972

Differences in the Thinking-Writing Process

Gertrude Taylor Smith

Abstract

This article presents differences between the thinking-writing experiences of outstanding mathematicians, scientists, and engineers (image thinkers) and those trained in the humanities (verbalizers). It advocates use of the behavioral approach and drill to teach mathematics-, science-, and engineering-oriented students to write. A few examples of recommended drills are included.

Journal
Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published
1972-01-01
DOI
10.2190/4vcm-ta0w-n54w-nxlq
Topics
multimodality

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