Clear, concise writing addresses the needs of all types of online learners. It removes one more barrier to good communication and understanding. This chapter reviews the basic pitfalls to avoid and techniques to embrace when writing for your online class. This chapter also includes a section on writing instructions for activities and course announcements.

3.1

Rationales for Clear, Concise Writing

There are many interesting links and resources here. Don’t miss the humor section.

3.4

Sentences

A small collection of grammar sites from Lifehacker.

3.5

Words and Phrases

By George Orwell.

3.9

Accuracy

Tips on editing your writing from the Chronicle of Higher Education.