1) Write a short reflection paper (300) words: Do we need science communication and science communicators? Why? Why not?
2) read the Introduction from Dennis Meredity, Explaining Research (Posted below) and write a short reaction paper (300 words).
3) Read the following book excerpts: Chapter 1 from Cornelia Dean’s “Am I making myself clear?” and the Epilogue from the “Field Guide for Science Writers;” (attached below) answer the following questions in a Word document (600 words), and submit to dropbox by Sunday, Feb. 1, 6pm.
� What did you take away from those readings?
� What is your take on public science literacy? Do you agree/disagree with the authors?
� How could science literacy be fostered?
� What roles � if any � should scientists play in enhancing science literacy? What roles should politicians play? �the news media?
� Do you think it’s beneficial to communicate science? Pro’s and con’s?
� What do you think does it take for good science communication?
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