Course Identification

This course explains why science communication is important and what it looks like in practice. It also teaches you the basic concepts and fundamental skills you need to master science communication yourself.

The course explores research-based, practical ideas and inspiring stories from the field based on conversations with over fifty expert interviewees worldwide, including best-selling popular science authors and leading science communication researchers.

Active participation in lectures: watching videos, participating in all forums and responding to all questions and experiences on the "campus" platform (15%) or edX Active participation in practices (10%).

The course is taught online in the "Science Communication" course on the edX platform in the framework of 10 chapters and therefore self-paced apart from three face-to-face practices in a workshop format (3h). 

Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to recognize the basic concepts and fundamental skills of science communication; Master basic science communication skills and strategies; Develop an audience-focused attitude, including sensitivity to audience views and concerns; Approach communication with openness, honesty, and responsibility; Know that different communication practices are appropriate depending on context and audience needs; Know the distinction between deficit and engagement models.