MIT: Independent Activities Period: IAP

IAP 2016



Communicating Science to the Public

Suzanne Lane, Dir. of Writing, Rhetoric, and Professional Communication

Jan/25 Mon 01:00PM-03:00PM 56-162

Enrollment: Limited: Advance sign-up required
Sign-up by 01/22
Limited to 25 participants

This workshop will provide vivid lessons and hands-on practice in communicating scientific research to a general audience. A panel of science writers will explain strategies for making complex information accessible and memorable, without compromising accuracy. The panelists will then lead participants in exercises for developing clear and vivid explanations of data and concepts. Space is limited to 25. Please contact the Writing, Rhetoric, and Professional Communication program at wrap@mit.edu to reserve a place.

Contact: Katherine Olson, wrap@mit.edu