Cross-Cultural Readers

In Campbell Chapter 4, the use of language is discussed. Campbell and Barker both explain how language should be clear and accurate. Barker explains that using limited and simplified language offers better readability for cross-cultural readers. I especially liked how Campbell chapter 4 included excellent examples of simple words and phrases to use in the "Tools and Resources" section.

Both Campbell and Barker also discuss the importance of audience when editing documents. It is important to analyze who will be reading your document. Readers may be familiar with certain types of symbols and in some cases you must generalize the information to fit a larger region of people.

I really do not have any personal experience writing cross-cultural documents, but I am very comfortable speaking to those who have a cross-cultural background. The use of language and accurrate phrases is very important for the other person to understand you. It helps to use simple and general sentences.