Plain Language Writing for Scientists Workshop

This workshop offers tips for using plain language, real-world examples and interactive exercises to apply plain language techniques.

You will get practical tips on how to apply plain language principles and best practices to any piece of writing – from briefing notes to web content. You’ll learn why plain language is important, as well as techniques you can use to immediately improve your writing. 

The workshop has been customized with examples and exercises that feature science-focused content. Exercises and learning activities are used so that you can practice techniques as the session progresses.

Topics include:

• Plain language.
• Writing.
• Writing for web.
• Communications.
• Science communications.
• Science literacy.
• Readability.

Approach:

Online self-paced.

Duration:

2.5 hours. 

Target audience:

Scientists and researchers.

Prerequisite:

None.