MCB413

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MCB413 - Why is Grass Green? Communicating Science to the Public

Molecular & Cellular BiologyUndergraduateUA - UA General

Course ID

040604

Course Description

Learning to communicate to the public is challenging for scientists, as they try -and often fail - to frame scientific research and translate jargon into a narrative that catches the imagination of the general public. In this course, students will to learn to consider audience, format, and intent when accurately communicating complex biology concepts to non-specialists. Students will apply these skills to projects featuring hands-on experience communicating science to a variety of audiences. This class is appropriate for students who are considering communication- oriented scientific careers as well as those interested in improving the public's understanding of science through policy, writing, and/or social media.

Min Units

3

Max Units

3

Repeatable for Credit

No

Grading Basis

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Career

Undergraduate

Course Attributes

WE - WEC (Writing Emphasis Course)

Enrollment Requirements

017840

Component

Lecture

Optional Component

No