Designing and Implementing Technical Communication Research
http://www.stc.org/confproceed/1999/PDFs/stc-121.PDF

Zimmerman, Beverly B.
STC Proceedings
1999

Abstract:

Designing and implementing successful research in technical communication involves an ongoing, circular process consisting of four parts: (1) planning the project and identifying funding needs, (2) matching research needs with funding sources, (3) writing and submitting a focused proposal, and (4) responding to the reviews of the proposal. This same approach can be adapted to fit the unique needs of any research situation.