Considerations for effective science communication
It is increasingly common for scientists to engage in sharing science-related knowledge with diverse knowledge users—an activity called science communication. Given that many scientists now seek information on how to communicate effectively, we have generated a list of 16 important considerations fo...
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doaj-01c8de12e4674d2d8c018b7f0fd9df4f2020-11-25T01:37:08ZengCanadian Science PublishingFACETS2371-16712371-16712017-03-01223324810.1139/facets-2016-0055Considerations for effective science communicationSteven J. Cooke0Austin J. Gallagher1Natalie M. Sopinka2Vivian M. Nguyen3Rachel A. Skubel4Neil Hammerschlag5Sarah Boon6Nathan Young7Andy J. Danylchuk8Fish Ecology and Conservation Physiology Laboratory, Department of Biology and Institute for Environmental Science, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, CanadaBeneath the Waves, Inc., Miami, FL 33149, USA; Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33149, USAGreat Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9C 1A2, CanadaFish Ecology and Conservation Physiology Laboratory, Department of Biology and Institute for Environmental Science, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, CanadaRosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33149, USA; Abess Center for Ecosystem Science & Policy, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33146, USARosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33149, USA; Abess Center for Ecosystem Science & Policy, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33146, USACreekside Communication, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L6, CanadaDepartment of Sociology and Anthropology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, CanadaDepartment of Environmental Conservation, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, USAIt is increasingly common for scientists to engage in sharing science-related knowledge with diverse knowledge users—an activity called science communication. Given that many scientists now seek information on how to communicate effectively, we have generated a list of 16 important considerations for those interested in science communication: (1) Define what science communication means to you and your research; (2) Know—and listen to—your target audience; (3) Consider a diverse but coordinated communication portfolio; (4) Draft skilled players and build a network; (5) Create and seize opportunities; (6) Be creative when you communicate; (7) Focus on the science in science communication; (8) Be an honest broker; (9) Understand the science of science communication; (10) Think like an entrepreneur; (11) Don’t let your colleagues stop you; (12) Integrate science communication into your research program; (13) Recognize how science communication enhances your science; (14) Request science communication funds from grants; (15) Strive for bidirectional communication; and (16) Evaluate, reflect, and be prepared to adapt. It is our ambition that the ideas shared here will encourage readers to engage in science communication and increase the effectiveness of those already active in science communication, stimulating them to share their experiences with others.http://www.facetsjournal.com/doi/10.1139/facets-2016-0055science engagementscience outreachcommunication scienceevaluation of science communicationacademic culturesprofessional development |
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It is increasingly common for scientists to engage in sharing science-related knowledge with diverse knowledge users—an activity called science communication. Given that many scientists now seek information on how to communicate effectively, we have generated a list of 16 important considerations for those interested in science communication: (1) Define what science communication means to you and your research; (2) Know—and listen to—your target audience; (3) Consider a diverse but coordinated communication portfolio; (4) Draft skilled players and build a network; (5) Create and seize opportunities; (6) Be creative when you communicate; (7) Focus on the science in science communication; (8) Be an honest broker; (9) Understand the science of science communication; (10) Think like an entrepreneur; (11) Don’t let your colleagues stop you; (12) Integrate science communication into your research program; (13) Recognize how science communication enhances your science; (14) Request science communication funds from grants; (15) Strive for bidirectional communication; and (16) Evaluate, reflect, and be prepared to adapt. It is our ambition that the ideas shared here will encourage readers to engage in science communication and increase the effectiveness of those already active in science communication, stimulating them to share their experiences with others. |
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