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Technical Communication
The exchange of information that helps people interact with technology and solve complex problems. TERM 2
Worthwhile Content
DEFINITION 2 includes all (and only) the information readers need TERM 3
Sensible Organization
DEFINITION 3 guides the reader and emphasizes important material TERM 4
Readable Style
DEFINITION 4 promotes fluid reading and accurate understanding TERM 5
Effective Visuals
DEFINITION 5 clarify concepts and relationships, and substitute for words whenever possible
Effective Page
Design
provides heads, lists, type styles, white spaces, and other aids to navigation TERM 7
Supplements
DEFINITION 7 allow readers to focus on the specific parts of a long document taht are relevant to their purpose TERM 8
Purpose of Technical Communication
DEFINITION 8 To ancipate and answer questions. To enable people to perform a task or follow a procedure. To influence peoples thinking TERM 9
Effective Technical Documents
DEFINITION 9 -Deliver information readers can use-Use persuasive reasoning-Weigh the ethical issues-Practice good teamwork TERM 10
Identify Specific Persuasive Goal
DEFINITION 10 -Arguing to influence people's opinion.-Arguing to enlist people's support-Submitting a proposal-Arguing to change people's behavior
