How to Write Key Information in Plain Language | Optimizing Key Information

Key information sheets are a great opportunity for researchers to include a plain language overview of a study or clinical trial during the informed consent process. In this video, we provide simple tips and a tutorial for using plain language in a key info sheet.

ConsentTools is an online toolkit that was developed as part of an NIH-funded research project (AG058254-01A1) to help research professionals optimize the consent process and streamline their IRB submission. The toolkit includes tutorials, templates, assessments, and more!

Video Contents
00:00-00:41 Intro
00:41-02:08 Choose Simple Words
02:08-02:24 Use Short Sentences
02:24-03:52 Use the Active Voice
03:52-04:17 Additional Tips
04:17-04:42 Final Product
04:42-05:03 Outro