How to use jargon effectively, responsibly, and inclusively
Most of us have heard that jargon is terrible. Is it really so terrible? And is there any way to use jargon well? For those of you who just want …
Tag: for scholars & professionals
Tips on clear writing and plain language for scholars and professionals.
Use Word templates for plain language and accessibility
Want to get more people in your organization to use plain language and inclusive language and follow accessibility practices? Word templates may be your friend. I used to think Word …
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 …
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 …
Key to clearer writing: Know the big picture before you start
Understanding the big picture — before you start writing — will help you write better. When you know who and what the document is for, you can put the right pieces in the right place.
Plain language for academic & professional writing
“Plain language” is language that your audience can understand easily and conveys your message clearly. Plain language principles are useful for all professional writing, even academic writing.
How to earn credibility through your writing, part 2 of 2
How can you help make sure that people will believe what you are saying? What makes your writing credible? This is the second of a two-part series on how to gain credibility through your writing.
How to earn credibility through your writing, part 1 of 2
Writing is one way to share your hard work with others. But how can you help make sure that people will believe what you are saying? What makes your writing credible?
RESOURCE: TIPS for writing better journal articles: Focus
There’s a handy infographic on Wiley that summarizes five tips for writing better science papers (and they should know what they’re talking about!).