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Plain Language for More Effective Communication (Webinar)

3/4/2019

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Plain Language for More Effective Communication
Webinar: Monday, April 8, 2019
10:00​am - 11:00am


Wisconsin Literacy’s Plain Language Webinar focuses on the fundamentals of plain language including the benefits of using it in your work place. Introduced in this webinar are several strategies for clear written communications such as simplifying word choice, grammar tips, active vs. passive voice, and layout and design.

Attendees will be able to ask discussion questions online at the end of the presentation and will learn improved communication strategies that can be implemented immediately.
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Everyone benefits from simpler writing!
 
Sponsored by ALS, BLS, IFLS, KCLS, LLS, MCFLS, MCLS, MLS, NFLS, OWLS, SCLS, SWLS, WLS, and WRLS

As a follow-up to this webinar, here are some resources to remember:
  • Videos used in the webinar:  
    • ​Active Voice.  
    • Power of Simple Words.
  • Plain language makes it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications. Learn more at  https://plainlanguage.gov/.
  • Eye tracking involves measuring either where the eye is focused or the motion of the eye as an individual views a web page.  Learn more at https://www.usability.gov/how-to-and-tools/methods/eye-tracking.html.

​Note: this webinar will be recorded, but available only for one week at: https://iflsweb.org/continuinged/archivedwebinars. 
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