The role(s) of assessment in technical communication: A review of the literature
- 1 September 1993
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Technical Communication Quarterly
- Vol. 2 (4) , 365-388
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10572259309364548
Abstract
Although assessment has been the focus of many recent discussions about our technical communication programs, little work has been done to outline the kinds of issues we should address in a valid assessment. In this essay, the author notes the kinds of assumptions and ensuing questions that will surround a thorough assessment of our programs, classes, teachers, and students.Keywords
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