LANG 2066
Dynamic Science Communication: Engaging Audiences with Science Busking
Course Description
LANG2066 delves into the art of dynamic science communication, equipping students to engage and inspire diverse audiences through creative storytelling, hands-on demonstrations, and impactful busking performances while making complex concepts accessible and exciting for everyone.
Highlights
- Engaging in a gamified learning experience and role-playing adventure to become a Science Influencer, unlocking skills, earning rewards, and competing in challenges.
- Combining storytelling, public speaking, and live experiments in creative performances to captivate audiences during dynamic science busking shows.
- Using a differentiated approach in key assessments, offering flexibility to align with your strengths and preferences.
Assessments
- Assessment 1: Create a 2-minute science reel.
- Assessment 2: Collaborate on a group science busking performance video, supported by dedicated in-class project time.
Target Students
- Ideal for students passionate about making science accessible and engaging. It is especially suited for students eager to inspire and educate diverse audiences through dynamic science communication.
- This course is also suitable for students who feel nervous when speaking. The course helps students deliver talks more confidently in ways that really connect with the audience.
- Especially useful for students aiming to go into the following careers:
- careers in teaching: become an engaging teacher!
- careers in research: persuade potential funders more effectively!
- careers in industry: promote your research and ideas with impact for key stakeholders in business!
- careers in finance and marketing: explain technical concepts to non-experts professionally!
- Prerequisite(s): LANG 1403, 1406, 1407, 1408, or 1409
Learning Experience
Transferable skills
- Dynamic communication skills that can be applied to presentations, public speaking, and professional networking.
- Confidence in simplifying complex ideas and tailoring messages for diverse audiences—an essential skill for careers in education, science, media, and beyond.