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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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Description The aim of this module is to introduce students to theory and practice of science communication. Particular emphasis will be on developing practical skills to clearly communicate research findings to the ‘lay’ (non- expert) public and also patients. Communication skills can include writing for the non-expert audience e.g. feature writing, news report writing, and science blogging; broadcasting skills can include podcasting and radio production; and social media skills for science communication | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Critically consider theoretical approaches to studying science communication 2. Critically consider approaches to public and patient involvement (PPI) in research 3. Draft a piece of journalistic writing communicating research findings for the non-expert audience. 4. Create an audio production communicating research findings for the non-expert audience. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Learning Activities Introduction to science communication theory Science in public Science in mediaScience in public Science in media Data VisualisationOpen and Reproducible ScienceNarrative or Storytelling n/aWriting for the non-expert audienceFeature writing News reporting Writing for new mediaBroadcasting to the non-expert audienceJournalistic research skills Interview skills Audio production skillsCommunication strategies for social media | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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