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Intro to science communication

Summer 2021

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Part 1: collaborative working definitions

What comprises science? In other words, what is Science?

We want to define science communication in the broadest sense

To do this… let’s first define science

Product

Institution

Process

What are the ways in which humans communicate?

Prompt students to submit ideas and discuss

We want to define science communication in the broadest sense

Now that we’ve got a definition of science and some ideas about what comprises human communications, let's brainstorm:

Prompt students to submit ideas and discuss

Prompt students to submit ideas and discuss

Nailing it down: a working definition of Science Communications for this class

Science communications involves science-related topics and aims to inform audiences about scientific discoveries, knowledge, process, and more. This can be communicated through various different platforms including art, media, and conferences.
Science communication is when scientific ideas, discoveries, and products are presented to a specific audience with a predetermined purpose.
An interactive group of students collaborating to reach a scientific conclusion.
a way people share/present scientific products (like knowledge or data) to specific audiences using different forms of communication (ie. media, discussion, etc.)
The practice of making scientific discoveries accessible to other humans
using a variety of platforms to spread the different ideas of science, whether it be results, data, or otherwise, to targeted audiences

The practice of sharing scientific ideas and data using any available communication form or platforms, with comprehension as a critical end outcome.

Part 2: Challenges in Science Communication

Life Sciences: An Industry Stuck in the Middle Ages | Ryan Marien, Co-founder at BioRender

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmPRfkWmROQ

What are the challenges of science communication?

Prompt students to submit ideas and discuss