Jason Tham, Ph.D.

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Dreaming of a (Digital) Twin

May 18, 2026Jason Tham Leave a comment

Digital twins are having a moment, though the concept itself is not new. The phrase usually refers to a dynamic digital representation of a physical object, environment, process, or even person—one that can be continuously updated through data, simulation, and feedback loops. The origins of digital twinning are often traced back to NASA and the … Continue reading Dreaming of a (Digital) Twin

Another Summer Through Black Mirror

August 7, 2025Jason Tham Leave a comment

As I wrap up another summer rhetoric course, I'm sitting here with that bittersweet feeling that comes at the end of every term—exhausted but energized, ready for a break but already missing the weekly conversations that pushed my own thinking in surprising directions. This was my fourth time teaching "the Black Mirror course," but my … Continue reading Another Summer Through Black Mirror

Reinvigorating the Teaching Life

February 20, 2024Jason Tham Leave a comment

Dear friends, I am still here. 😅 My last blog entry (excluding the intermittent publication announcements) was posted almost exactly a year ago when I achieved tenure and where I reflected on that process and my emotional experience. To be frank, I am feeling quite guilty about losing touch with writing blog entries here because … Continue reading Reinvigorating the Teaching Life

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Department of English
Technical Communication & Rhetoric
Texas Tech University
jason.tham@ttu.edu
Office: Humanities Building, 363D
Meeting by appointment

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I am an associate professor and assistant chair of English at Texas Tech University. I study and teach technical communication, UX research, and information design. You can reach me via:

Email: jason.tham@ttu.edu
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Blog/Insights

  • The Gradient Trend vs. Design Efficacy
  • Dreaming of a (Digital) Twin
  • Clarity is an Act of Respect
  • The Trilogy Is Complete: Introducing Collaborative Writing at Work

Quick Background

I am committed to innovative teaching and learning. Combining my industry experience in design & visual communication, I create courses that support students’ development in the profession of technical communication, including UX design, content delivery, information architecture, and usability research.

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