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Science Writing and New Media: Explorations in Communicating about Science & Technology

Proficiency in communicating about science and technology comes from both knowledge and practice, and this course emphasizes both. Through a variety of reading and writing assignments, we will examine general principles of good writing, as well as principles associated specifically with scientific and technical writing. We will also explore the effects of new media as avenues for communicating about science.

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English Language

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Communication in science Communication of technical information Technical writing

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Science Writing and New Media: Communicating Science to the Public

This course provides an introduction to writing about science (including medicine, technology, and engineering) for general readers. With a strong emphasis in background research, this course will help students build a foundation for strong science writing. Students will read works by accomplished science writers. Each assignment will focus on a different popular form, such as news articles, interviews, essays, and short features.

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English Language

Keywords:

Communication in science Communication of technical information Technical writing

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