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Research Primer for Technical Communication: Methods, Exemplars, and Analyses

Research Primer for Technical Communication: Methods, Exemplars, and Analyses

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A practical introduction to research methods for technical communication, covering quantitative and qualitative methods, surveys, usability studies, and literature reviews. Includes new chapters on exemplars and commentaries and a chapter on usability studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 316 pages
Publication date: 11 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This fully revised edition offers a comprehensive and practical guide to research methods for anyone engaged in conducting and critically analyzing technical communication research. The first section delves into the significance of research in the field of technical communication, providing a clear and concise explanation of how to conduct and report research. It encompasses both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, including surveys, usability studies, and literature reviews. The second section showcases a collection of research articles that serve as exemplars of these various research project types. Each article is accompanied by commentary that breaks down how it aligns with the information presented in the corresponding research type. In addition to five new chapters featuring exemplars and commentaries, this second edition also includes a dedicated chapter on usability studies.

This book is an indispensable resource for students of technical communication as well as industry professionals who require a deep understanding of research methods to excel in their respective fields. By providing a comprehensive and accessible introduction to research methods, this edition equips readers with the tools they need to engage in rigorous and effective research, contributing to the advancement of technical communication scholarship and practice.

Weight: 618g
Dimension: 178 x 252 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367531485
Edition number: 2 New edition

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