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This module explores the concept of readability and how it affects the accessibility of health-related materials. Health professionals will learn to evaluate written content using well-known readability formulas and assess overall suitability based on design, structure, and organization. By understanding both the quantitative and qualitative aspects of readability, participants will be better prepared to create materials that truly connect with their intended audiences.

What You’ll Learn

  • Describe why readability matters when communicating health information
  • Identify characteristics of easy-to-read health documents
  • Explain the strengths and limitations of common readability tests
  • Calculate scores using SMOG, FRY, and Flesch-Kincaid readability formulas
  • Describe the Suitability Assessment of Materials (SAM) tool
  • Analyze how content, audience, structure, style, and design influence readability

What You’ll Earn

  • A certificate of completion issued by The Ohio State University’s Professional and Continuing Education program

Additional Information

For accessibility support, please contact the College of Medicine Digital Accessibility Coordinator at DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu.

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For questions about enrollment, payment options, technology support, or course records, please contact our Enrollment Support team. Inquiries are typically answered within 24 business hours.

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For questions about course content or learning objectives, please contact the instructional team at ScarletCanvasMedEd@osu.edu.

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Section Title
Health Literacy - Who's Reading Your Writing? How Difficult Is Your Text?
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 18, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $40.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
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