WRIT 673 Technical Communication in International Contexts
This course is designed to explore how technical communication functions in international contexts. The course explores the following areas of study and praxis: cultural theory, acculturation, organizational culture, international rhetorical theories, translation, kinesics, and international design and usability.
4 Graduate credits
Effective June 16, 2000 to May 3, 2021
Meets graduation requirements for
Learning outcomes
General
- Demonstrate understanding of the fundamentals of cross-cultural communication
- Design effectively for multiple audiences
- Analyze the needs of multinational audiences
- Interpret and react to user needs in an international context
- Apply the concepts of localization and globalization