THE PLAIN ENGLISH WRITING COURSE

PROGRAM

This course will instruct participants on how to write focusing on these 10 techniques and points:

  • 1. Use short sentences & logical structure
  • 2. Use active voice
  • 3. Use personal pronouns
  • 4. Avoid “shall” and other legalisms
  • 5. Avoid hidden verbs
  • 6. Avoid negative
  • 7. Avoid sexist language
  • 8. Be aware of false friends and common errors in Spanish
  • 9. Pay attention to punctuation
  • 10. Use clear design and layout