Technical Communication Development in China

Abstract

This study explores the development of technical communication in China in both industry and education. Using survey data and interviews with six research participants from both industry and educational institutions, this paper explains how China has made huge progress in the development of technical communication since 2000. However, the current development of technical communication in China remains problematic. Specifically, this paper examines four aspects worth further consideration. Several suggestions and potential future research topics are presented that address these problems and how to continue developing techn ical communication in China.