AECMA Simplified English (2002)
Series: Plain Language Association International (PLAIN) - Fourth Biennial Conference
Authors: Poppy Quintal
Poppy gave a brief history of how and why Simplified English (SE) was developed, and an overview of the SE rules for vocabulary and grammatical style. A before-and-after analysis of cautions and warnings showed the benefits of SE to an industry in which quick and clear understanding of maintenance procedures is a vital safety consideration.
Format: Presentation - 31 pages
Keywords:
- Business communication
- Clear communication
- Communication
- Conference proceedings
- Cultural issues
- English second language (ESL)
- Health and safety
- Information
- Plain communication
- Readability
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