Abstract

CASTRO DE ABASOLO, HOLANDA. Functions and characteristics of writing expression in the scientific-technologic field. Rev. Fac. Ing. UCV [online]. 2007, vol.22, n.4, pp.5-11. ISSN 0798-4065.

On the basis of the traditional concept of the Scientific Method, rooted in ordinary knowledge, the authoress reviews the communicative functions of the text in the scientific and technological fields, identifying them as both transversal and social. Transversal functions allude to cognitive representations and social functions precede discursive community configurations. Some general features of scientific and technological texts are shown, based on the studies of various authors and some concluding reflections are made on abilities that could be developed by students, thanks to a Language Program based on communicative paradigm.

Keywords : Scientific-Technological Communication; Scientific-Technological Text; Positivist Scientific Method; Technical Writing; Discursive Community.