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SUMMARY:Plain Language Report Writing for Municipal Council & Community
DESCRIPTION:LIVE WEBINAR \nNovember 4\, 2020  12pm – 1pm (EST) \nLiteracy has significantly changed over this past decade and its meaning has expanded far beyond basic reading and writing skills. In Canada\, we have a 99% literacy rate\, however\, literacy also encompasses the ability to use; language\, numbers\, images\, and technology.  \nPlain language as we know it\, (aka plain English) is a way of writing or presenting information so that readers can understand quickly and easily. Plain language should be easy to read\, easy to understand and easy to use. The more concise your messaging\, the more likely you will connect with your audience and they will relate and appreciate what you say. \nToday\, it is more important than ever\, that we communicate in plain language. In this webinar we will discuss: \n\nWriting Styles\nWhy it is important to leave the jargon behind\nBoosting writing speeds & shedding bad habits\nTools & Techniques so you don’t kill your content\nUnderstanding rules you should break & rules you shouldn’t\nUtilizing report templates to increase time management\nJoint Authorship\nUnderstanding Council Expectations\nGrammar Tips & Tricks and what to avoid\nHow mind mapping can get you going & help organize the thought process\nComputer Tools: readability stats\, fonts & features (ODOA Compliance)\nDesign Tips \n\nLearn More & Register 
URL:https://muniserv.ca/event/plain-language-report-writing-for-municipal-council-community
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