Every field has a collection of commonly used terminology that is specific to it. Technical fields such as this one are especially prone to jargon. It is vital for every student to learn how to talk like a professional in the field they are studying. Using this technical vocabulary correctly is a step towards thinking like a professional and is absolutely necessary if you are going succeed.
Included in this section are terms that come up in our readings and discussions. Many of these terms have multiple uses outside the topic of this class and may cause confusion if you don’t understand the specific sense in which they are being used. You are responsible for learning and using the correct terms in all of your assignments and class discussions. Check this list often as the class progresses as new terms will be added regularly.
