Science Communications
In this course, discover the importance of public engagement in science, and learn techniques to share and raise awareness of science practice.
Course curriculum
Module's for this course will be released fortnightly.
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Science communication basics
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3
Storytelling Strategies
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4
Conceptualization and storyboarding
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5
Color theory
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Layout and design
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Data visualization
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Symbols and diagrams
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Science communication products
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10
Scientific Presentations
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11
Increasing science communication effectiveness
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Instructor
Instructor
Prof Bill Dennison
Bill leads the Integration and Application Network, a collection of scientists interested in solving, not just studying, environmental problems. He is actively involved in the Chesapeake Bay Program, USA and had an active role in the Healthy Waterways Campaign of South-East Queensland, Australia. In his current role as Vice President for Science Application at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, his focus is on developing ways to effectively communicate science and to create credible and rigorous environmental report cards.
https://www.umces.edu/bill-dennison
Testimonials
Comprehensive and incredibly useful
Catherine Thomson
This course is a comprehensive overview of all aspects of science communications with many useful pointers on where to find deeper knowledge. Highly recommen...
Read MoreThis course is a comprehensive overview of all aspects of science communications with many useful pointers on where to find deeper knowledge. Highly recommended.
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Hilary Kuhn
Excellent overview with many thought-provoking sections. Consideration of concepts, methods and means of science communications has already helped my process...
Read MoreExcellent overview with many thought-provoking sections. Consideration of concepts, methods and means of science communications has already helped my process of editing a book that I have written and planning for presentations. Greatly appreciate the points about Community of Practice and not working in a vacuum. Very pertinent to my current situation! Lastly I found that the challenge of getting the answers right for the end of sections quiz certainly necessitated a review process that did help me digest the content. Much appreciated! Thank-you for sharing so many insights on science communications that you have gleaned from your years of practice. Invaluable!
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MEDHISHA PASAN GUNAWARDENA
Very good course for learning effective science communication and practice.
Very good course for learning effective science communication and practice.
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