Science writing - Formats, tools and storytelling | 12-13.10.2023
Science writing is not just about science papers or project proposals. Not even for scientists. Writing skills are useful also when drafting a press release, posting news on a website, or managing social media. This course will offer a general introduction to science writing for lay audiences and will look into specific formats, analyzing the different logics, structures and tools to use.
Researchers in natural sciences who are keen to reach out to the lay public through their website and posts or are simply willing to better understand the media work.
Basic rules and logics of different science writing formats
Organize and develop your story according to different formats
Write effective titles and subtitles for your product
Basics of storytelling
Interested in customised activities? Get in touch by email to plan your training.
All modules include short lessons and practical activities. Exercises are carried out individually or in groups and always discussed collectively.
Module 1: Science writing: an introduction (sources, titles, formats)
Module 2: Science stories for lay audiences (dissemination)
Module 3: Writing a press release
Module 4: Blog posts
Hand-outs materials and further readings will be provided during and after the course.
12-13 October 2023
SISSA, Trieste
min 12/max 20
16
21 September 2023
600 €
By 7 September 2023: 540 €
Available upon request
