LANG 3025

Science Communication in English (Ocean Science)

Course Description

LANG 3025 develops ability to communicate ocean science knowledge to the general public through effective writing and speaking skills. Through daily examples and interactive group activities, students develop communication strategies and learn to adopt appropriate styles for popular science communication.

Highlights

  • Consultations for individual feedback on assessments
  • Inclusion of some blended learning lessons to increase learning flexibility

Assessments

  • Speaking Assessment 1: Video podcast on an ocean science issue/debate/innovation/new policy
  • Writing Assessment: Pop science opinion piece
  • Speaking Assessment 2: TED-style talk on an OCES controversy/issue
  • Other tasks: In-class and out-of-class work

Target Students

  • Required course (before Fall 2026) for students on the OST program
  • Pre-requisite: LANG 2010

Learning Experience

Course outcomes

  • Confidence and skills to communicate high level science to the public in interesting and thought-provoking ways
  • Flexibility to adjust communication style for different audiences