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- Examine the different forms science writing can take, and the sources for finding out about science.
- Examine the factors to consider when preparing to write your own science story, such as the angle, who your audience is, and why they will be interested in a story.
- Understand how to structure a narrative.
- Examine the different components you need to write for news articles, press releases and blogs, such as the headline for a news article.
- Understand the importance of balance in a news story and how to achieve it.
- Explore how to use video stories to communicate scientific information to different audiences.
- Explore interviewing techniques to use before and during a broadcast.
- Write a news article, blog post or video script; and review and comment on the work of other learners.
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Science writing concepts
This course provides a solid foundation in science writing concepts. It is well-paced, informative, and varied. Topics include examining different science writing forms and sources, preparing to write science stories, structuring narratives, writing news articles, press releases, and blogs, and using video stories to communicate scientific information. By the end of the course, you will have written a news article, blog post, or video script.
Covers A Range Of Science Writing Applications
"Examine the different forms science writing can take..."
Well-Paced And Informative Course
"Really enjoyed this course. It was well paced..."
Opportunities To Practice Science Writing
"...gave an opportunity to use some of the modules in practice."
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A highly practical guide to writing compelling scientific papers and research proposals.
A comprehensive guide to writing clear and effective scientific prose.
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A witty and encouraging book that offers insightful advice on writing.
A classic guide to writing clear and concise prose.
A timeless guide to writing nonfiction that is both clear and engaging.
A clear and concise guide to writing scientific papers in a non-technical style.
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A comprehensive guide to the writing process, with particular attention to writing in the academic context.
A comprehensive guide to writing and presenting scientific papers and articles.
A comprehensive guide to writing and illustrating scientific papers in the biological sciences.
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