ARCHIVED 5.2.1. Introduction — Definition and Types of Terminology Standardization
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In this lesson, you will learn about what standardization is and how it is achieved. In particular, you will become more familiar with terminology standardization. Standardization activities take place at the international, national, regional, and company levels.
Objectives
Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Identify terminology standards and distinguish them from other kinds of standards.
- Identify the major standardization organizations, especially those that standardize terminology.
- Distinguish between a technical standard and a terminology standard.
- Distinguish between standardization, harmonization, and officialization.
- Distinguish between de jure and de facto standards.
- Understand how agreements and decisions are reached during the development of standards.
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