In the past, I've always ignored the Flesch-Kincaid reading levels Word provides because, let's face it, it's not a very good tool.
This semester I'm matched up with a professor who pretty much swears by it (not a fiction professor, at least) and wants it and other Word measurements included with our final drafts. I'm basically banging my head on the desk, but there's not too much I can do about it at this point.
Anyway, we're also supposed to be aiming for a specific reading level. Almost always I'm writing way above that level, but I'm certain it's picking up more on my style. I don't think the writing is as difficult as it suggests.
Is anyone really familiar with what this measures so I can skirt the system? Shorter sentences, word choice, etc..?
Many thanks in advance...
This semester I'm matched up with a professor who pretty much swears by it (not a fiction professor, at least) and wants it and other Word measurements included with our final drafts. I'm basically banging my head on the desk, but there's not too much I can do about it at this point.
Anyway, we're also supposed to be aiming for a specific reading level. Almost always I'm writing way above that level, but I'm certain it's picking up more on my style. I don't think the writing is as difficult as it suggests.
Is anyone really familiar with what this measures so I can skirt the system? Shorter sentences, word choice, etc..?
Many thanks in advance...