Implementing the Computer Readability Editing System (CRES)

Abstract

This report describes how to implement the Computer Readability Editing System (CRES). As described in a previous TAEG report (No. 83), the CRES is a writer's aid to improve the comprehensibility of technical manuals and training materials. It contains features to (1) flag uncommon words and long sentences, (2) suggest replacements for awkward words and phrases, and (3) calculate the readability grade level. The CRES is now being implemented as part of computer-based publishing systems. This report contains the computer program flow charts described in that program, a user's guide, and a programmer's guide to help potential users.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADA098530

Entities

People

  • J. P. Kincaid
  • James A. Aagard
  • Larry K. Cottrell
  • Peter Risley

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Central Processing Units
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Department Of Defense
  • Dictionaries
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Human Resources
  • Materials
  • Personnel Management
  • Security
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Training
  • Word Lists

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

  • Database Systems and Applications
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Military Logistics and Supply Chain Management