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BOOK LAUNCH EVENT: Plain Language for Translators by @[email protected] Join Translate Science online Monday, April 13th, 14:00 UTC. RSVP with your email at: https://mobilizon.picasoft.net/events/f479aadc-4904-46ca-83ca-7f4a9bbe52cd Please share with all who are interested in multilingual open science! #OpenScience #translation #Writers #accessibility

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Lynne Bowker Mar 11

Hooray! It’s publication day! 📖 “Plain Language for Translators” is now available from Routledge. You can use the code below for a 20% discount, and please ask your library to acquire a copy too. #PlainLanguage

https://www.routledge.com/Plain-Language-for-Translators/Bowker/p/book/9781032597867

Adële 🐁Mar 3

Do you know of any movement promoting minimal, utilitarian writing, stripping everything down to what the recipient actually needs?

Asking because I see many people writing a rough draft, asking an AI to polish it, bloat it, and the recipient uses another AI to summarize it. Two humans, zero actual communication.

There's #plainlanguage and #Crocker 's Rules, but nothing focused specifically on cutting the fluff from everyday writing.

Could #smolwrite (or another name) be a thing?

#language #ai #writing #communication

Editors/Réviseurs Canada Jan 20

Stay up to date on the latest developments in plain language! Join us tomorrow for a FREE webinar in which Iva Cheung and Laura Edlund, members of the ASC Plain Language Standard technical committee, will introduce the national standard and its key features, how it compares with other resources and more. Sign up here: https://webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_webinar/introducing-the-accessibility-standards-canada-asc-plain-language-national-standard-of-canada/

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#Editing #PlainLanguage

Editors/Réviseurs Canada Jan 15

Stay up to date on the latest developments in plain language! Join us for a FREE Jan. 21 webinar in which Iva Cheung and Laura Edlund, members of the ASC Plain Language Standard technical committee, will introduce the national standard and its key features, how it complements and compares with other resources and more. Sign up here: https://webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_webinar/introducing-the-accessibility-standards-canada-asc-plain-language-national-standard-of-canada/

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#Editing #PlainLanguage

Editors/Réviseurs Canada Jan 6

Stay up to date on the latest developments in #PlainLanguage! Join us for a FREE Jan. 21 webinar in which Iva Cheung and Laura Edlund, members of the ASC Plain Language Standard technical committee, will introduce the national standard and its key features, how it complements and compares with other resources, and more. Sign up here: https://webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_webinar/introducing-the-accessibility-standards-canada-asc-plain-language-national-standard-of-canada/

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David O'Brien Nov 26

"At pace" is such a loathsome phrase, isn't it?

What the hell is wrong with "quickly"?

#plainLanguage

Editors/Réviseurs Canada Nov 21

Video: Plain language is a term that many use, but few understand completely. At its core, plain language is about understanding your audience and giving them writing that is clear, concise and well-organized. Watch to continue learning: https://youtu.be/C_8RzU6JGQ0 #PlainLanguage

Editors Canada presents: What is Plain Language? (with audio narration)

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Nicole Myers Nov 2

How to Add Alt Text That Actually Helps—Not Just Fills a Box

Alt text provides essential image descriptions for accessibility and inclusion, allowing individuals with visual impairments to understand your content. Good alt text conveys crucial details and context, transforming an image's purpose. Crafting effective alt text enhances user experience while benefiting SEO, ensuring that everyone can engage with your stories.

https://dreamspacestudio.net/how-to-add-alt-text-that-actually-helps-not-just-fills-a-box/

Nicole Myers Oct 24

Felipe the Rainbow Armadillo is breaking down KPIs—no jargon, no gatekeeping, just clear tools & tips for every writer! Learn what really matters for your blog & how to track it, free & easy. #bloggingtips #Dreamspace #neurodivergent #plainlanguage #FelipesForage

https://dreamspacestudio.net/felipes-weekly-forage-busting-blog-jargon-kpi-edition/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Felipe’s Weekly Forage: Busting Blog Jargon—KPI Edition - Dreamspace Studio

Felipe introduces the concept of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for bloggers and creatives, explaining they measure success in specific areas like visitor numbers or sales. He emphasizes choosing relevant KPIs and using tools like Google Analytics to track them. Felipe encourages engagement by inviting questions about confusing terms.

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