Overview
Examines classic and contemporary readings and other material in creative science communication, exploring use of style, voice, exposition, structure, and other narrative elements in conveying scientific content in engaging ways.
About this paper
| Paper title | Special Topic: Key Voices in Science Communication |
|---|---|
| Subject | Science Communication |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,665.83 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Notes
- Admission is subject to approval from the Head of Department.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Dr. Ana Stojanov
- Textbooks
- To be advised
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Relate science and nature writing and other creative practice to science communication theory and knowledge.
- Appreciate and recognize the importance of including diverse voices, including those from Māori, Pasifika, and other minority or underrepresented populations, in science communication.
- Analyse and critique various approaches to narrative science communication, considering their effectiveness, impact, and relevance to different audiences.
- Apply knowledge of style, voice, exposition, structure, and other narrative elements to craft scientific content that is accessible, engaging, and culturally relevant considering audience background, cultural context and communication medium.
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt scientific content for distinct audiences by tailoring language, tone, style, and medium to suit different communication needs and preferences.
About this paper
| Paper title | Special Topic: Key Voices in Science Communication |
|---|---|
| Subject | Science Communication |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2027, expected to be offered in 2028 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Contact
Programme Head: Professor Jesse Bering
- Teaching staff
To be advised; (when paper next offered)
- Textbooks
To be advised; (when paper next offered)
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
To be advised; (when paper next offered)