高梅主编的《科技交流方法论述(英文版)》用全英文论述与科技相关的领域中的写作交流方法与策略。此书除论述科技交流写作过程、结构方式、各种工作文档的写作方式外,还针对非英语国家学习者在英语语言和写作技巧方面给出了重要提示。每章设有文档样本、写作指导和仿真交流任务,以帮助学习者掌握本章的内容。
PREFACE
Part One Mastering the Basic Principle
Chapter One
Understanding Complete Technical Communication
What“Technical”MeansToday
What“Reporting”Means Today
“Complete Technical Communication”Today
The Importance ofExact Language
Consequences ofUsing Inexact Language
Influence ofVariables on Cornmunication
Chapter Two
Adapting;Defining,Describing,Instructing
Principle 1:Identify Your Audience Correctlyj
Principle 2:Use the Right Mediums
Principle 3:Know Your Exact Purpose and State It Responsibly
Principle 4:When Necessary,Explain:Define,Describe,or Instruct
Chapter Three
Adapting;Reviewing and Proposing Research
Words Basic to Researching and Reporting
Principle 5:Show What to Include and Exclude
Starting Research on Well-Defined Problems
Chapter Four
Adapting;Solving Problems and Writing Effectively
Other-Than-Library Sources.
Principle 6:Use the InterpretiveApproach
Principle 7:Use a Style That Enables You to Reach a Larger Audience
Part Two Applying the Principles
Chapter Five
Writing Letters
Conventions Of Letter Form
Common Types of Correspondence
Positive and Negative Tone in Letters
Stereotypes to Avoid in Letter Writing
Chapter Six
Writing Memos and Informal Reports
MemoReports
Informal Reports
Feedback Messages
Chapter Seven
Writing Formal Reports
Reasons for Making a Formal Presentation
TypicalReportContents
ASpecimen Formal Report
Chapter Eight
Speaking and Writing Articles
The“Good Interview”Approach
The“Interview Approach”in a Complete Speech
The“Interview Approach”in Writing Articles
Using the“Interview Approach”Regularly
ClearingwithYour Superiors
Chapter Nine
Applying for a Job
Listing Your“Assets”and“Liabilities”
A Strategy for Distinguishing Yourself
Theresume That isrright for you
Write a Convincing Cover Letter
Get Ready ForThe Follow—Ups
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