DocumentCode
2405218
Title
Technical communication and distance learning: natural partners
Author
Davis, Marjorie T.
Author_Institution
Tech. Commun. Dept., Mercer Univ., Macon, GA, USA
fYear
1997
fDate
22-25 Oct 1997
Firstpage
37
Lastpage
43
Abstract
Distance learning presents a challenge to the way that higher education has been delivered. Many universities are interested in entering the new arena, but they are concerned about the implications. This paper explains how Mercer University is using distance learning in the Master´s program in technical communication and concludes that technical communication educators should play a leading role
Keywords
computer aided instruction; educational courses; technical presentation; Masters degree program; Mercer University; distance learning; higher education; technical communication education; Art; Business communication; Communication industry; Computer aided instruction; Computer science education; Educational institutions; Educational products; Educational programs; Maintenance engineering; Professional communication;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Professional Communication Conference, 1997. IPCC '97 Proceedings. Crossroads in Communication., 1997 IEEE International
Conference_Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Print_ISBN
0-7803-4184-8
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/IPCC.1997.637028
Filename
637028
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