The Conference Paradox: Progress or Pleasure?

Wayne A. Losano

doi:10.2190/vbtc-g0cl-1a27-91bh

Journal of Technical Writing and Communication Apr 1971

The Conference Paradox: Progress or Pleasure?

Wayne A. Losano Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Abstract

The conference is looked upon as a nearly magical device for problem-solving, decision-making, strengthening intra-organizational communication, and building morale. These intended functions place a heavy burden on the conference leader and bring about a dichotomy in the conference between progress towards a goal and total member participation in discussion. This dichotomy can only be eliminated if a more realistic view of the conference is taken, a view which takes into account the impossibility of the conference fulfilling all of the functions which it is now expected to fulfill.

Journal: Journal of Technical Writing and Communication
Published: 1971-04-01
DOI: 10.2190/vbtc-g0cl-1a27-91bh
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