Designing Graduate Programs to Prepare the Communication Leaders of 2000 +

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Article

Publication Date

1-1-1988

Abstract

Recent years have seen extraordinary growth in thefield ofscientificand technical communication. Video, computer, electronic-publishing, and telecom munications technologies have challenged traditional print dominance among the media. As schools nationwide attempt to meet the needs of a new generation of technical-communication leaders, it is appropriate that we explore what distinguishes a comprehensive graduate program in this new field. By examining leading programs, assessing industry's needs, and sketching a profile of an ideal graduate communicator, we are able to set goals for curriculum, staff, facilities, resources, support, and administration of a state-of-the-art graduate program in technical communication. © 1988, Sage Publications. All rights reserved.

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Journal of Business and Technical Communication

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