Basic Is Beautiful.
Like a pumpkin spice latte, plain language is a classic for a reason. Short sentences. Everyday words. Everyone gets it.
Image of an iced pumpkin latte in a plastic cup with whip cream
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@rodrigosanchez.bsky.socialBasic Is Beautiful.
Like a pumpkin spice latte, plain language is a classic for a reason. Short sentences. Everyday words. Everyone gets it.
Image of an iced pumpkin latte in a plastic cup with whip cream
@bc.libraries.coopOctober 13th is Plain Language Day!
This official Plain Language Standard created by Accessibility Standards Canada helps organizations create accessible, communication while removing barriers persons with disabilities might face.
@dizgraceland.bsky.socialIt's International Plain Language Day! #PlainLanguageDay
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#PlainTalk #PlainLanguage
@writers-write.bsky.socialWhat do some of the world’s most famous writers have to say about writing clearly? Celebrate International Plain Language Day on 13 October with 30 memorable quotes that champion the power of plain language. #plainlanguage #writingsky #plainlanguageday #booksky
@dailybaltic.comEstonia’s first plain-language standard puts readers first #communication #Estonia #plainlanguage
@center-plain.bsky.socialLast call to sign up for our International Plain Language Day webinar!
Join us October 13 for a practical, interactive webinar on user testing. We’ll talk about asking useful questions, overcoming barriers, and putting audience feedback into practice.
Sign up now: buff.ly/bPhJQPj
#PlainLanguage
@garytcoles.bsky.socialIs your event time accessible to everyone? How you format hyphens, colons, and "am/pm" directly impacts how assistive tech reads it out loud.
A quick, essential guide from Digital Access Training on getting it right:
@editorscanada.bsky.social🎥 Video: What is "plain language," anyway? It's about more than using simpler words or shortening text.
Effective plain language means understanding your audience and creating content that is clear, concise, well organized and easy to understand. #PlainLanguage youtu.be/JT0U94349Hc
@cs-sfu.bsky.socialLearn to simplify written information and communicate in a clear manner through our online Plain Language Principles course, starting Oct 20. Register today to save your seat: https://ow.ly/SJVr50ZIZQG
#sfu #PlainLanguage #ClearCommunication #OnlineCourse #EffectiveWriting #WritingCourse
@deconspray.bsky.socialAccessibility isn’t just code. If people can’t understand your content, they can’t use it. Plain language is an accessibility practice.
#Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #PlainLanguage #UX #A11y #ID24
@nalaireland.bsky.socialExplore NALA Ireland on YouTube for practical literacy and learning resources you can access anytime.
Videos cover plain English, tutor development, webinars, family and digital literacy.
@deconspray.bsky.socialIf readers must decode your jargon before understanding your message, you've created a barrier. Accessibility starts with language.
#Accessibility #A11y #PlainLanguage #InclusiveDesign #ContentDesign #UX #DigitalAccessibility
@carolinavonkampen.comI live posted from #ACESVCON26 last week.
Here's my roundup of Bsky threads. Scroll through to see insights the speakers shared about editorial checklists, #plainlanguage, tropes in #developmentalediting, dictionaries, and more!
carolinavonkampen.com/live-from-ac... #amediting #vcon26 #edibuddies
@thebenefitsguru.bsky.socialToday Is...Talk Like a Pirate Day!
Arrr! The real treasure is a policy you can actually understand. We speak plain English, matey. 🏴☠️💰 #PlainLanguage #NoJargon #PirateDay
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Worksheet: Writing clearly for your global audience: buymeacoffee.com/clarityedito...
Quick reference: Clear writing tips: buymeacoffee.com/clarityedito...
#ACESVCON26 #VCON26 #plainlanguage #amediting #editorsky #writing