Slide 1 – Title Slide
Understanding Jargon and Plain Language
Easy Read Training Module
Level 1 and Level 2
Learning to use clear communication for everyone.
Slide 2 – Learning Outcomes
By the end of this training you will:
• Understand what jargon means
• Know why jargon can be a problem
• Learn how to use plain language
• Know how Easy Read helps people
• Learn how to make communication clear and inclusive
Slide 3 – What is Jargon?
Jargon means difficult or special words.
These words are used by experts or professionals.
For example:
• doctors
• lawyers
• teachers
• scientists
• business people
Sometimes jargon makes information hard to understand.
Slide 4 – Why Jargon Can Be a Problem
Jargon can make people feel:
• confused
• left out
• embarrassed
• frustrated
People may not understand important information.
Clear communication is important for everyone.
Slide 5 – People Who May Find Jargon Difficult
Some people may struggle more with jargon.
For example:
• people with learning disabilities
• people with dyslexia
• people with autism
• people with mental health difficulties
• people with low literacy
• people who speak English as a second language
Slide 6 – Examples of Jargon
Business words:
❌ leverage
❌ synergy
❌ circle back
❌ drill down
Simple words:
✅ use
✅ work together
✅ talk again later
✅ look deeper
Slide 7 – Medical Jargon
Doctors sometimes use difficult words.
Example:
❌ upper extremities
✅ arms
❌ erythema
✅ red skin
Simple words help people understand their health.
Slide 8 – Legal Jargon
Legal language can be very complicated.
Example:
❌ party of the first part
✅ the first person
Many legal documents are difficult for people to understand.
Slide 9 – Technology Jargon
Technology has many difficult terms.
Examples:
❌ API
❌ backend
❌ machine learning
People outside technology jobs may not know these words.
Slide 10 – Buzzwords
Buzzwords are words that sound impressive.
But they may not explain things clearly.
Examples:
• synergy
• best practice
• bandwidth
• leverage
Clear language is better.
Slide 11 – What is Plain Language?
Plain language means:
• simple words
• short sentences
• clear meaning
Plain language helps people:
• understand information
• make decisions
• feel included
Slide 12 – What is Easy Read?
Easy Read uses:
• simple words
• short sentences
• pictures or symbols
Easy Read helps people understand important information.
Slide 13 – Easy Read Helps Many People
Easy Read can help:
• people with learning disabilities
• autistic people
• people with dyslexia
• people with brain injuries
• people learning English
• older adults
Easy Read can help everyone understand better.
Slide 14 – Good Communication Tips
To communicate clearly:
✔ use simple words
✔ avoid jargon
✔ explain difficult words
✔ use short sentences
✔ check people understand
Good communication helps everyone.
Slide 15 – Level 1 Questions
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What does jargon mean?
a) Simple words
b) Difficult or specialist words
c) Pictures
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Why can jargon be a problem?
a) People may not understand
b) It helps everyone
c) It makes sentences shorter
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Which is clearer?
a) leverage resources
b) use resources
Slide 16 – Level 2 Questions
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Name two groups of people who may find jargon difficult.
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What is plain language?
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Why is Easy Read important?
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Give one example of jargon and a simple word.
Example:
Upper extremities → Arms
Slide 17 – Discussion Activity (Level 2)
Look at this sentence:
❌ “We will leverage our synergy and circle back tomorrow.”
How could you say this in plain language?
Example answer:
✅ “We will work together and talk again tomorrow.”
Slide 18 – Key Message
Good communication means:
Everyone can understand.
When we remove jargon:
• people feel included
• people understand information
• people can make decisions
Clear communication is a human right.
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