<p><em>For courses in Technical Communication.</em></p><p><em>This version of Technical Communication: Process and Product has been updated to reflect the 8th Edition of the MLA Handbook (April 2016)*</em></p><h3>A focus on oral and written correspondence in all fields</h3><p><strong><em>Technical Communication: Process and Product </em></strong>shows students how to produce all forms of written and oral technical communication with easy-to-follow instructions. Interesting scenarios and examples featuring real people on the job make the text relatable to students of all majors.</p><p>The <strong>9th Edition</strong> builds upon the authors' proven methodology, emphasizes the writing process, and shows students how it applies to both written and oral communication. By showcasing real employees in communication scenarios across a wide range of disciplines - from engineering, to consulting, banking, construction, and biotechnology - the authors showcase the importance of strong communication skills within every field.</p><p><em>* The 8th Edition introduces sweeping changes to the philosophy and details of MLA works cited entries. Responding to the "increasing mobility of texts," MLA now encourages writers to focus on the process of crafting the citation, beginning with the same questions for any source. These changes, then, align with current best practices in the teaching of writing which privilege inquiry and critical thinking over rote recall and rule-following.</em></p><h4>Now available! Free copy of the Pearson Guide to the 2021 MLA Handbook</h4><p><a href="https://www.pearson.com/content/dam/one-dot-com/one-dot-com/us/en/files/PearsonGuide-MLA-final.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Download your free copy</a>, for use with this title. Contents include:</p><ul><li>What Is MLA Documentation Style?</li><li>The Basic Principles of Documenting</li><li>A Three-Step Process for Documenting Sources</li><li>Creating Your Works-Cited List</li><li>Creating In-Text Citations</li><li>Researching Online</li><li>Sample Works-Cited List</li></ul>

<p>1. An Introduction to Technical Communication<br>2. Digital Communication<br>3. The Communication Process<br>4. Objectives in Technical Communication<br>5. Audience Recognition<br>6. Ethical Considerations<br>7. Document Design<br>8. Visual Aids<br>9. Routine Correspondence<br>10. The Job Search<br>11. Communicating To Persuade<br>12. Social Media<br>13. Web Sites and Online Help<br>14. Technical Descriptions and Process Analyses<br>15. Instructions, User Manuals, And Standard Operating<br>16. Research<br>17. Short, Informal Reports<br>18. Long, Formal Reports<br>19. Proposals and Business Plans<br>20. Oral Presentations</p><p>Appendix A: Grammar, Punctuation, Mechanics, and Spelling<br>Appendix B: Parenthetical Source Citations and Documentation</p>

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<li>Ethical Considerations</li>
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<li>Visual Aids</li>
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<li>Communicating To Persuade</li>
<li>Social Media</li>
<li>Web Sites and Online Help</li>
<li>Technical Descriptions and Process Analyses</li>
<li>Instructions, User Manuals, And Standard Operating</li>
<li>Research</li>
<li>Short, Informal Reports</li>
<li>Long, Formal Reports</li>
<li>Proposals and Business Plans</li>
<li>Oral Presentations</li>
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<h3>Appendix B: Parenthetical Source Citations and Documentation</h3>
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Sharon J. Gerson

Steven M. Gerson

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