This study identifies expected components for a
successful science and technology journalism program
and related quality assessment criteria. The first
phase considered qualitative aspects, beginning with
the influences of social and technological
developments on journalism and mass communication
educational theory and direction as well as industry
adaptations and the impact on the technical
communication discipline. The leading professional
societies and associations were also investigated to
identify salient features and attention to
competency skills and career development...

Unlock the secrets of the legendary weapons of the samurai

While the samurai is well known as the military nobility of medieval Japan, their range of weapons, which went far beyond the katana, bow, and spear, is lesser known. For instance, some weapons, like the tesson, or iron fan, were used in secret where samurai swords were not allowed. Others were improvised, with warriors using whatever fighting tool was at hand. In Samurai Weapons, readers will follow the story of Zenigata Heiji, among others, who developed an uncanny ability to use heavy coins as dangerous weapons by...