COMM 5660

Science Communication Workshop

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2017-2018 Catalog.

This weekend workshop trains researchers in the sciences (including natural sciences, engineering, experimental social sciences, etc.) to communicate effectively with nonscientists such as policy makers, political stakeholders, the media, and the general public. Training activities may include role-play, reading/discussion, writing press releases and other outreach materials, and discussion with invited speakers.

Permission Note Graduate standing required.

Outcomes

• Students will be aware of multiple opportunities for communicating with public audiences.
• Students will be aware of multiple skills used in communicating with public audiences.
• Students will have acquired basic tools for writing and speaking for public audiences.

When Offered Fall, spring.

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