Plain Language as a Recipe for Effective Writing

Jenny Chicca offers ten principles for effective writing, emphasizing clarity and accessibility. Key strategies include understanding your audience, stating main points upfront, using active voice, and employing everyday language. By organizing content and proofreading thoroughly, writers can create impactful and comprehensible materials that resonate with readers, enhancing overall communication efficacy.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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2025-12-25
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18036423
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Publishing and Scholarly Communication
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Plain Language as a Recipe for Effective Writing

Jennifer Chicca
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Publishing and Scholarly Communication
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Plain Language as a Recipe for Effective Writing

Jennifer Chicca
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Abstract

Jenny Chicca offers ten principles for effective writing, emphasizing clarity and accessibility. Key strategies include understanding your audience, stating main points upfront, using active voice, and employing everyday language. By organizing content and proofreading thoroughly, writers can create impactful and comprehensible materials that resonate with readers, enhancing overall communication efficacy.

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