RESOURCES: Digital accessibility
There are a ton of great online resources on accessibility. Here are some that I’ve found useful. I’m an accessibility ally—someone who is not an expert on accessibility but who …
Category: Online resources
Online resources such as web articles, podcasts, etc.
RESOURCES: Plain language for international development
International organizations like the UN aren’t known for clear writing. But there are some guides and examples out there. Writing at the UN and in international development isn’t easy. Writers …
Find all my freebies (and buy me a coffee if you like)
You can get my free downloads from one place now, at BuyMeACoffee.com. (Cups of coffee also welcome!) One day, I downloaded a wonderful resource from an editor colleague. (Sofia Matias …
RESOURCE: One-pager quick tips on writing clearly
A one-pager of quick tips for writing clearly! Sometimes, it’s hard to remember all the little things that help make your writing clearer. Here’s a one-pager to help you remember …
PODCAST: How to write effectively & inclusively, on Tandem Nomads
Yikes, I was interviewed on the Tandem Nomads podcast! We talked about how to write effective and inclusive content.
RESOURCES: Plain language for academics
Here are links to articles from experts who argue how using plain language will help improve academic writing too. It’s not about “dumbing down” your message but making sure that …
RESOURCES: Public style guides
Here are links to some major public style guides, such as for the governments of Australia, EU, and the US, and the United Nations, as well as a smattering of …
RESOURCE: “How to write a research paper – A to Z of academic writing”
Academic editing giant Enago provides a great online guide/overview of all the basics you need to know about academic writing.
RESOURCES: Plain language
Using plain language means writing in a way that your intended audiences can immediately find, understand, and use your messages and information. It’s not about “dumbing down” your message but …
COURSE: “Writing in the Sciences” online course
If you’re looking for a great (and free) course on academic writing, especially in the sciences, Stanford University’s “Writing in the Sciences” on Coursera is an excellent choice!