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The “Writing in Plain English eLearning” course aims to enhance participants’ writing skills by emphasising the principles of plain English. It highlights the importance of simplicity, conciseness, and clarity in written communication. Participants will learn how to effectively write in plain English and gain skills in critiquing and editing existing text to improve readability.
This eLearning course focuses on the fundamentals of writing in plain English, which is characterised by its simplicity, clarity, and avoidance of unnecessary complexity. The course aims to help participants enhance their writing skills to create more accessible and reader-friendly content.
Improved Communication: Enhances participants’ ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively through writing.
Readability: Ensures that written content is more accessible and reader-friendly.
Efficiency: Streamlines the writing process by focusing on concise and straightforward language.
The “Writing in Plain English eLearning” course is valuable for individuals and professionals who want to improve their writing skills, create more accessible content, and enhance the clarity of their written communication. It is particularly beneficial for those in roles that involve drafting documents, reports, or other written materials.
Key components covered in this course include:
Purpose of Plain English: Defines the core purpose of plain English as being straightforward and unburdened by unnecessary detail.
When to Use Plain English: Provides guidance on when plain English is most appropriate and effective in written communication.
Sentence Size and Structure: Addresses the importance of sentence length and structure in ensuring readability and comprehension.
Nominalisations: Explores nominalisations and their impact on writing, encouraging the use of simpler and more direct language.
Lists and Bullet Points: Introduces techniques such as lists and bullet points to organise information clearly and concisely.
Flexing Grammatical Rules: Discusses the flexibility of grammatical rules in plain English and when it may be appropriate to deviate from traditional conventions.
By the end of the course, learners will have acquired the following skills and knowledge:
Writing in Plain English: Proficiency in crafting written content that adheres to the principles of plain English, including simplicity and clarity.
Editing and Critiquing: The ability to review and edit existing writing to improve its readability and adherence to plain English guidelines.
Learners will receive an Acadame e-learning completion certificate, which is downloadable upon successfully finishing the eLearning course.
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