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Science Communication Fundamentals

This course is designed to introduce you to the principles and practices of effective science communication. Whether you're new to the field or looking to exercise your skills, this course will help you learn how to translate complex scientific ideas into accessible, engaging content for diverse audiences.

Through video lessons, real-world examples, self-assessments, and hands-on activities, you'll explore core concepts such as audience awareness, multimedia formats, inclusive language, and overcoming communication challenges, gaining the confidence and tools to communicate science clearly and responsibly to the public.

Duration

15 hours
Format

Video, self-guided, with resources, activities, and self-assessments
Price

€600

This course is designed for learners who want to build a strong foundation in science communication—whether they are beginners exploring the field or professionals looking to refresh and expand their skills. This course is ideal for those who want to engage the public more effectively with science and develop the ability to translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accessible, and engaging content for diverse audiences.

When you successfully complete this course, you will:

Understand core principles of scientific communication: accuracy, accessibility, adaptability, clarity, inclusivity, context sensitivity, and participatory communication.
Be able to navigate the various genres that comprise science communication.
Recognize different audiences and tailor your content to make it accessible to everyday people.
Know how to adapt specialized language for non-experts.
Understand the fundamentals of research methods, to formulate research questions, evaluate sources, and select appropriate methodologies.
Recognize multimedia formats in science communication and understand when and how to use them.

What this course does not provide:

It does not provide step-by-step instructions in fact-checking techniques, such as reading primary literature, cross-checking data, or applying standards for scientific integrity.

It does not explore codes of ethics, intellectual property, privacy, or legal constraints in science communication.

It does not teach in-depth research methods, such as how to conduct systematic searches or synthesize findings.

It does not teach professional-level mastery of production suites (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Illustrator, After Effects) or advanced editing/design workflows.

This is an asynchronous, self-guided course.

This course is made up of the following materials:

Videos - short presentations from the course instructor that bring the topic to life (transcripts can be provided as an alternative learning format).

Presentations - text and graphics that allow you to read and consider a variety of topics.

Examples - real-world science communication samples in different formats (e.g., articles, infographics, videos) for you to review, analyze, and draw from during course activities.

Activities - opportunities to engage with real-world examples by asking and answering questions in discussion boards, encouraging reflection, analysis, and peer-to-peer learning.

Assessments - self-grading quizzes that assess your learning through multiple choice, multiple response, and true/false questions.

Reflections - prompts designed to help you pause and thoughtfully consider the module content, encouraging self-assessment, personal connections, critical thinking, and deeper learning through written responses.

Additional resources - more toolkits, guides, videos, and articles, to help reinforce key concepts, support different learning styles, and encourage further exploration beyond the course content.

Bonus recordings – focused videos that expand on specific aspects of certain modules, offering additional insights, examples, or tips to support and enrich your learning journey.

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Communicate the core principles of scientific communication: accuracy, accessibility, adaptability, clarity, inclusivity, context sensitivity, and participatory communication.
Navigate the different genres that make up science communication.
Identify your audience and adapt content for everyday people to see and understand.
Adapt specialized scientific or technical language for non-experts
Apply the various multimedia forms for science communication, understanding how and when to use them.

What's in this course?

Videos - short, engaging presentations from the course instructors that bring the topic to life (transcripts can be provided as an alternative learning format).

Content - text and graphics that allow you to read and consider a variety of topics.

Downloads - templates, guides, and additional resources for your reference that will deepen your understanding.

Activities - real-world scenarios that provide you with an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned.

Assessments - self-grading quizzes that assess your learning through multiple choice, multiple response, and true/false questions.

Additional references - references to related materials outside of the course to use to continue your learning.

Requirements

To engage with the materials in this course you will need to have:

A strong internet connection for playing videos, downloading files, and accessing other course materials
An approved browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari...)
A PDF reader for accessing course resources
Office software for completing activities and downloading templates
Ability to open multiple file types: mp4, PDF, docx, xlsx

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Anne Malinda is a skilled communicator with a passion for technical, scientific, and medical communication. With a strong academic foundation, including a Master's in Technical Communication from North Carolina State University and a Master's in Science Communication from University College London, she brings both expertise and practical experience to her work. Anne has contributed to a variety of journals and companies as a freelance writer and editor, focusing on enhancing clarity, consistency, and accessibility. She is dedicated to helping others succeed, whether by tutoring English Communication on Preply or working as an Instructor at NC State University, teaching Communication for Science and Research.

Science Communication Fundamentals

15 hours

Video, self-guided, with resources, activities, and self-assessments

€600

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