Are you looking to settle a style question or maybe you want to test your plain English knowledge?
Our 2 digital resources offer up-to-the minute expertise at your fingertips. Built on the deep knowledge of our editors who’ve been writing in plain English and developing style guides for over 20 years, our tools draw on the very latest research in clear communication.
The ASG is our definitive online resource on Australian style for writers and editors. It addresses the most common style questions authors face every day and reflects contemporary Australian writing in print and digital environments.
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It’s clear, comprehensive and easy to use. And it’s free.
This comprehensive test is the perfect tool for assessing plain English writing skills and knowledge. It takes 90 minutes to complete, and we send your results as soon as you finish.
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It’s relevant, accurate and available online for only $395 + GST.
Visit the ASG for more details on what it covers and how to use it.
No. Simply sign up as a registered user and you can access the style guide for free! It’s an ideal solution for organisations that need a convenient and cost-effective style guide.
Our Writing Skills Test has 20 questions that cover 10 aspects of plain English best practice. The test format is engaging, with a mix of multiple choice, highlight, and drag and drop questions. It tests your knowledge of plain English principles and your skills in applying them to real workplace examples. Read our information sheet for more detail.
Our short report provides an overall test score and outlines the benchmark to achieve for different writing roles. A communications specialist, for example, should meet a higher benchmark than a subject matter expert. It then breaks down the results across the 10 topics to help identify the candidate’s strengths and areas for improvement. Note that we don’t provide the answers or detailed feedback on responses.
Yes. Discounts apply when you buy multiple tests. Once you’ve paid, you can access our test portal, where you enter details for each candidate, assign a test to them and set up who needs to receive the test report. The portal helps you to see who has completed a test and who has received their results.
Yes. This in an automated online service. The simplest way to purchase is using a credit card. You can also pay by invoice so you can pay by EFT. Once we receive payment, you’ll receive the test links and details.