COMMUNICATING SCIENCE WITH NARRATIVE

LSC 561

Focuses on science writing concepts and techniques that can be used to communicate purposefully and effectively with public audiences about science, research, and technology.

LSC 850

Introduces the theoretical, practical, and ethical principles of visual communication, with a focus on how such principles can be applied to communicating scientific phenomena, evidence, and reasoning to both expert and non-expert audiences. Covers the effectiveness of visuals as a tool for science communication, their effects at the individual level as well as the potential long-term impact on society.

LSC 155

Introduces students to the field of science communication and the importance of effectively communicating about controversial and complex science and technology topics. Engage with science communication faculty and staff, campus resources, and opportunities to explore academic and career goals. Appropriate for students across a wide variety of disciplines. Examples of topics that may be discussed in the course include climate change, artificial intelligence, gene editing, and public health.

LSC 640

Examination of social scientific research addressing characteristics of science, public understanding of science, science news, and relationships between scientists and journalists. Application of this knowledge to several case studies examining the function of communication in specific scientific or technical contexts.

LSC 100

Fundamentals of effective written and spoken communication. Develops skills in gathering and evaluating information, writing research papers and other documents, and preparing and delivering oral presentations.