Technical Communication

1.2 million reasons to buy this book...
John Lannon's "Technical Communication" has helped more than 1.2 million students become better technical writers, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in a wide range of professions. Lannon is unwavering in his effort to keep abreast of current issues and trends in the workplace-and to weave their implications into the instruction this book provides. What you'll find here is a realistic portrayal of today's workplace that prepares you for any career you choose.

There are over a million reasons to buy this book-but here are more good reasons to buy this edition of "Technical Communication," The introductory chapter redefines the role of technical communicators as "information managers," using contemporary technology to deliver their messages, A new dedicated chapter on employment correspondence (Ch. 18) focuses on what you really need to know to look for-and get-you first job. New content on corporate blogs and wikis (Ch. 16) reflects the realities of today's workplace communication and information delivery. New Case Studies put you in the middle of real workplace decision-making.

And as always: A heavy focus on the rhetorical principles will teach you to shape your writing and pointedly reach your intended audience. Lucid, straightforward instruction will clarify even the most troublesome of topics. Checklists summarize the instruction to help you extract key topics. Guidelines offer step-by-step strategies and walk you through an array of procedures and undertakings.

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Treats technical communication as a problem-solving activity through practical applications and a heavy emphasis on the writing process. The writing process, international and cultural communication issues, ethics in technical communication. Introductory technical communication