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The Plain Writing Act Made Simple

Help federal employees write clear, accessible government communications that meet Plain Writing Act requirements and are easy for the public to find, understand, and use.

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The Plain Writing Act Made Simple helps federal employees and contractors apply plain-language principles to government emails, letters, forms, notices, and web pages. The course explains federal plain-writing responsibilities and how clear communication improves access to public services and reduces confusion.

Learners practice organizing information around audience needs, choosing straightforward wording, improving readability, and testing documents for clarity.

What you will learn
  • What the Plain Writing Act requires and who is responsible within agencies
  • Which documents are covered, including benefits, services, taxes, and compliance instructions
  • The core plain-language outcomes: find, understand, and use
  • Audience analysis: identifying users and their most important tasks
  • Organizing content with headings, lists, and logical order
  • Using active voice, present tense, positive language, and clear pronouns
  • Reducing jargon, hidden verbs, noun strings, and unnecessary clutter
  • Writing clear sentences and paragraphs and using helpful examples
  • Creating scannable web pages with meaningful links and accessibility in mind
  • Reviewing and testing content through paraphrase tests, usability tests, and A/B studies
  • Governance basics: agency websites, points of contact, public input, and ongoing compliance
Products Specifications
Formats Available DVD, USB, On Demand Streaming, ONLINE, SCORM or MP4
Duration 34 min
Supporting Materials PDF support materials and quiz; completion tracking for Online/SCORM
Language English
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