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CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE SCIENCE COMMUNICATION

LSC 480
Course Description

Analyzes inequities in science communication and explores approaches to increase equity and cultural competence in an evolving social landscape. Covers participatory research methods and critiques of approaches that do not center the community as co-creators of science communication designed to serve community priorities. Opportunities to engage with professionals and communities working to achieve culturally responsive science communication in contexts such as health, agriculture, and the environment.

Prerequisites

Satisfied Communications A requirement or graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.97

-0.24% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
96.67%

-0.98% from Historical

Class Size
30

42.86% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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