Brief Description
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Your research findings have beneficial implications for society – so how do you tell everyone about it? How do you confidently and creatively communicate this information to a broader audience? |
Learning Outcomes
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Participants will learn how to explain scientific findings through the use of various media platforms and communication methods. This includes real-life approaches that contribute to interactive learning, engaging with experts and engaging in discussions with peers.
Researchers will be equipped with skills in science writing, visual communication, conducting interviews and storytelling. As part of the course’s continuous assessment tasks, participants will be required to produce communication material with real-world value, such as policy briefs, infographics, social media posts and articles, including for popular media. The material will be incorporated into a final evaluation that will serve as a “toolkit for public engagement”. At the end of the course, you should be able to:
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Course Content
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Learning units covered in this course, include:
• SciComm: What’s in it for you and me? • What does my audience need from me? • Understanding the media • Digital media skills • Social media and communicating research • Planning for public engagement • Writing an article for a non-expert audience |
Entry Requirements
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Minimum admission requirements:
1. Masters Degree on NQF Level 9 2. Research experience 3. Actively engaged in research |
Course Number: |
P007852 |
Catalogue and Category: |
Information and Communication Technology |
Who Should attend: |
Academics, PhD students, and Postdocs |
Delivery Mode: |
Online |
Contact Days: |
8 |