Plain and Inclusive Language Guidelines for Scholarly Publications

J. Carter Luck; Penn State University Libraries Open Publishing

doi:10.5281/zenodo.18625593

February 12, 2026Open Access

Plain and Inclusive Language Guidelines for Scholarly Publications

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The aim is to create guidelines that enhance clarity and inclusivity in scholarly publishing.
Review of existing literature on language accessibility and inclusion.
Development of guidelines tailored for scholarly writing.
Collaboration with experts in accessibility and publishing.
Introduction of guidelines that simplify language and promote inclusivity.
Increased awareness around the importance of language accessibility in academic work.

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Guidelines promote plain and inclusive language in scholarly publications, suggesting broader accessibility options.

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Plain and inclusive language guidelines for scholarly publications, shared by the Pennsylvania State University's Libraries Open Publishing team. This document was written and prepared by Jules Luck, Open Publishing Accessibility and Production Specialist at Penn State University Libraries.

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