Clear Writing

Clear Writing says what you mean, simply and clearly.  Clear Writing is knowing the needs of your reader and making the message clear for them.

Clear Writing is about the way you communicate in writing. It’s about the

• language you use
• format of your document
• design of your document

Clear Writing

• clarifies your message to help with understanding the first time
• speaks directly to your audience and considers their needs
• decreases confusion and misunderstandings
• simplifies concepts for easy understanding
• can be used in all written communication
• increases the accessibility of your writing

Several of the Learning Networks in Ontario offer Clear Writing Service in their regions and beyond. This service may include

• facilitating workshops
• editing documents like policies, procedures, templates, marketing materials, etc.
• reviewing documents and making recommendations
• providing organizational needs assessments

For more details, contact the Learning Networks of Ontario Clear Writing lead.

Sara Gill – Learning Connections Hamilton

This course will help you learn how to write for your audience using Clear Writing guidelines.

Learn to write clearly

• at work
• while volunteering
• in your daily life

This course aligns with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).  We discuss inclusive practices and web compliance.  We also discuss the use of generative AI as an editing tool.

This online course is 12 weeks (10 weeks in the spring session – condensed).  It’s asynchronous so there are no live sessions.
Register for the Next Session

For More Information contact Sara Gill.
905-527-2222 x 1   |   sara.gill@lchamilton.ca

There is also a recognition process.  After you successfully complete the course you can continue your learning by being matched with a mentor.  You will work together on a training plan to become a Clear Writing Editor, Facilitator or Consultant.  When completed, you’d be recognized by the Learning Networks of Ontario (LNO).  Fees apply.