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'''Technical Writing in the Digital Age''' represents the dynamic and evolving discipline of creating written materials that convey complex information, instructions, and technical concepts in the context of contemporary digital technologies.<ref name=":3"> | '''Technical Writing in the Digital Age''' represents the dynamic and evolving discipline of creating written materials that convey complex information, instructions, and technical concepts in the context of contemporary digital technologies.<ref name=":3">Markel, Mike, and Selber, Stuart. (2021). ''Technical Communication'' (13th ed). Boston/New York. Bedford/St. Martin's: 182-186. [https://openlibrary.org/books/OL36001026M/Technical_Communication ISBN: 978-1-319-30769-1]</ref> Its purview encompasses the creation, dissemination, and management of technical documents and content within an expansive digital landscape. | ||
Major considerations within this domain revolve around adapting traditional principles of rhetoric to digital platforms, ensuring effective communication in an era defined by rapid technological advancements. Key factors include integrating multimedia elements, user-centered design principles, and ethical considerations like accessibility and inclusivity<ref name=":1">Carroll, Brian, (2010). ''Writing for Digital Media.'' New York: Routledge. </ref>. This discipline also extends to collaborative writing processes and version control systems, acknowledging the necessity of teamwork in producing accurate and up-to-date technical documentation. The use of multi-modality and the interfacing of multiple media platforms and sources also plays a role in digital technical writing <ref>{{cite web | Major considerations within this domain revolve around adapting traditional principles of rhetoric to digital platforms, ensuring effective communication in an era defined by rapid technological advancements. Key factors include integrating multimedia elements, user-centered design principles, and ethical considerations like accessibility and inclusivity<ref name=":1">Carroll, Brian, (2010). ''Writing for Digital Media.'' New York: Routledge. </ref>. This discipline also extends to collaborative writing processes and version control systems, acknowledging the necessity of teamwork in producing accurate and up-to-date technical documentation. The use of multi-modality and the interfacing of multiple media platforms and sources also plays a role in digital technical writing <ref>{{cite web | ||
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https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1000&context=oercoursematerials#page=44. Retrieved 10/31/2023</ref> | https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1000&context=oercoursematerials#page=44. Retrieved 10/31/2023</ref> | ||
In today’s digital age, writers can use digital technologies as rhetorical devices to influence the reader. Electronic images and informational graphics can be incorporated into digital and online documents to illustrate or reinforce points made in the text.<ref name=":3" /> Hyperlinks can be used to provide additional information that supports the author's ideas. | In today’s digital age, writers can use digital technologies as rhetorical devices to influence the reader. Electronic images and informational graphics can be incorporated into digital and online documents to illustrate or reinforce points made in the text.<ref name=":3" /> Hyperlinks can be used to provide additional information that supports the author's ideas. Nevertheless, the writer's basic task of informing and persuading an audience is the same in digital communication as in other forms of writing.<ref>Devos, Danielle; Eidman-Aadahl, Elise; Hicks, Troy. (2010). ''Because Digital Writing Matters: Improving Student Writing in Online and Multimedia Environments.'' San Francisco. Jossey-Bass: 105. [https://openlibrary.org/books/OL34593323M/Because_Digital_Writing_Matters ISBN: 978-0-4708-9223-7]</ref> | ||
Rhetorical analysis involves analyzing the demographics and habits of an intended audience. The information gathered allows writers to craft messages that appeal to the target audience. In the digital age, websites and social media platforms convey rhetorical messages. <ref>{{cite book | Rhetorical analysis involves analyzing the demographics and habits of an intended audience. The information gathered allows writers to craft messages that appeal to the target audience. In the digital age, websites and social media platforms convey rhetorical messages. <ref>{{cite book | ||