Possible Research Topic for PTW
The topic that I am most likely to choose to research is how biases affect technical communication. I think this could be interesting because it ties into ethics. There's a lot to consider with ethics when writing professionally. You have to know your audience, such as any accessibility issues they might have. It's also important to consider any information you might choose to include or omit entirely, as well as the way you present the information. Inherent biases are very likely to affect how someone presents information or the way that they react to new information. Much of professional and technical communication carries a lot of weight, like legal documents, so presenting the information accurately and plainly is crucial. TOPIC GOAL QUESTIONS TYPE METHODS Biases in technical communication Explore ethical responsibilities of technical writers 1. How has...