Course details
his course is for information or communications officers, managers, administrators and others whose work involves writing or putting documents together. The course introduces participants to the most common writing and layout errors and uses examples and exercises to show you how to fix them. Each course is limited to 20 people, so please book early to secure a place.
Why should I attend the course?
- It makes good business sense. Studies have shown that when you use plain English, your reader can better understand your information.
- You will be able to provide more efficient customer service. Clearer information is shown to improve performance, reduce mistakes and lead to fewer complaints and repeated questions.
- It will help you get your message across to the one in four adults who have literacy and numeracy difficulties.
- Plain Language legislation is being introduced around the world and will soon become standard practice in many institutions and organisations.
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About Ballina Further Education Centre
The National Adult Literacy Agency is an independent charity committed to making sure people with literacy and numeracy difficulties can fully take part in society and have access to learning opportunities that meet their needs. According to the last international survey, one in six Irish adults has problems reading and writing.
Since They Theyre set up by volunteers, They have been a leading campaigning and lobbying force on adult literacy issues. They have been involved with tutor training, developing teaching materials, distance education services, policy making, research and campaigns to raise awareness of the causes, extent and responses to adult literacy difficulties in Ireland.
Many inpiduals and organisations have contributed considerably to adult literacy work in Ireland. For our part, They have put literacy on the political agenda and secured funding for the provision of adult literacy services. Currently there are 54,000 adults attending ETB adult literacy courses nationwide. This service is delivered by 1,500 paid tutors and over 2,400 volunteers.
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