Title :
Technical communication and distance learning: natural partners
Author :
Davis, Marjorie T.
Author_Institution :
Tech. Commun. Dept., Mercer Univ., Macon, GA, USA
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;
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
DOI :
10.1109/IPCC.1997.637028
