Career and Technical English Writing
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Career and Technical English Writing is designed for students aiming to integrate proficient English communication with technical and vocational studies. The book offers readers instructional guidance on various forms and ways to develop writing skills tailored to the professional environment, especially within various trades. Core topics include writing clear directions, work orders, cover letters, and resumes, all appropriate for technical fields such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and automotive.
This book approaches writing in the workplace by starting with foundational skills in professional writing and expanding into specific types, such as brief text messages for work situations, emails with clear structures, and detailed documents such as work orders. Each topic focuses on the practicalities of writing, such as the importance of clarity, correct grammar usage, adherence to work protocols, and the communication subtleties specific to career and technical fields.
Career and Technical English Writing is particularly well-suited for community college students or individuals in vocational programs at the undergraduate level. With its emphasis on practical language usage and industry-specific examples, the textbook serves as a specialized guide for students in courses that integrate academic and technical curriculum components.
This book approaches writing in the workplace by starting with foundational skills in professional writing and expanding into specific types, such as brief text messages for work situations, emails with clear structures, and detailed documents such as work orders. Each topic focuses on the practicalities of writing, such as the importance of clarity, correct grammar usage, adherence to work protocols, and the communication subtleties specific to career and technical fields.
Career and Technical English Writing is particularly well-suited for community college students or individuals in vocational programs at the undergraduate level. With its emphasis on practical language usage and industry-specific examples, the textbook serves as a specialized guide for students in courses that integrate academic and technical curriculum components.
Shelby Luna is a distance learning instructor in adult education and English adjunct instructor at Northwest Shoals Community College. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in adult education at Auburn University with an expected graduation date in 2024. Professor Luna holds an M.A. and a B.S. in professional writing from the University of North Alabama.
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