Practical Models for Technical Communication: 20210901

Practical Models of Technical Communication is a college-level textbook for technical writers and communicators. Written in plain and accessible language this textbook is designed to provide students with solid tools useful models interesting scenarios and a vocabulary of technical terms that will allow them to communicate effectively as part of a fast-paced global workforce. Its approachable real-world examples and detailed visuals guide students in creating multimodal technical documents that reach a broad audience. This book explores the fundamentals of technical communication expanding on the following topics: - Writing and organizing an array of technical documents such as definitions descriptions instructions procedures proposals and reports- Embracing ethical communication visually and in writing- Designing documents for readability emphasis and organization- Increasing rhetorical awareness of multimodality in all types of communication- Researching and documenting source material effectively- Crafting successful job materials for entering the workforce- Communicating professionally within various work environments- Navigating the changing needs of audiences that technical writers meet along the way