* "Language that allows readers to make an informed decision about the content because it considers their literacy levels, cognitive abilities, contexts, wants, needs, attitudes and challenges." (Candice Burt)

Plain language focuses on ways of writing so that text is clear, concise, pertinent, and efficient and flows well for the reader. The Center for Plain Language states that: "[a] document, web site or other information is in plain language if the target audience can read it, understand what