An Introduction to Plain English
This course is essential for members of staff who write emails, letters, reports or public-facing documents as part of their work.
Focusing on the principles of using plain, clear English, the session features a range of activity that will help turn theory into practice.
Programme objectives
By the end of this programme, delegates will be able to:
- Identify the need to write clearly and concisely
- Scan their work for readability
- Use headings and layout techniques to make materials easier to read
- Write clearly using short words, short sentences and short paragraphs
- Write for their reader.
Further information
The course emphasises the importance of writing clear English and teaches a range of techniques to ensure that documents are well-planned, structured and easy to read.
Duration: Half day