Using technical writing basics, a cohort of Lighthorse Police Officers from the Muscogee (Creek) Nation added to their tribe’s cultural history by recording part of their family and clan history as well as documenting their law enforcement careers and education.

Asking them to analyze the content in specialized magazines is a good way to teach students the meaning and importance of audience.

Using professional literature from technical students’ majors may be the best way to actively involve them in the writing process.