Difference between revisions of "CDC Social Media Tools, Guidelines & Best Practices"
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|Abstract='''WRITING FOR SOCIAL MEDIA''' | |Abstract='''WRITING FOR SOCIAL MEDIA''' | ||
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''The Importance of Plain Language'' | ''The Importance of Plain Language'' | ||
+ | Studies show that when writers use plain language, readers discover information more quickly, understand it better, and find it more compelling | ||
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* Quickly engage the reader | * Quickly engage the reader | ||
* Limit use of jargon, technical, or scientific language | * Limit use of jargon, technical, or scientific language |
Revision as of 14:28, 15 September 2022
Created: 3 February 2022
Last edited: 9 August 2023
Last edited: 9 August 2023
Quick Facts
Publishing Organisation:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Year:
2019Primary Target Country:
United States of AmericaLanguages:
EnglishStatus:
PublishedCovers Thematic
Target audience
Audience experience level
Disaster Management Phase
Synopsis
No synopsis provided.
Linked to
- Technologies
- Use Cases
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A set of 6 documents results in a comprehensive guideline for the use of social media in emergencies. Using best practice examples (Facebook (https://www.cdc.gov/socialmedia/tools/guidelines/facebook-guidelines.html) and Twitter (https://www.cdc.gov/socialmedia/tools/guidelines/twitter.html) ), the difference between good and bad publications in social media is shown.