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    Plain English Module 1 Introduction

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    Topic 1. Definitions & Features

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    Topic 2: Benefits

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    Topic 3: Who uses Plain English

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    Topic 4: Origins of Plain English

    On the Center for Plain Language Home page, click on Check the report card, and read the key findings. https://centerforplainlanguage.org/

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    Steven Pinker: Why Do Academics Write So Poorly? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AN2tbfSGm4

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