Handbook of Science Communication - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750305185 ISBN 13: 9780750305181

Publisher: CRC Press, 1998

Synopsis

Addressing the lack of a specific book on core communication/presentation skills, the Handbook of Science Communication is written as a guide for students to speak and write effectively and as a reference for scientists who need to communicate their work effectively to each other and to the wider public. The book considers how the public understanding of science has changed with time and clearly explains how important the art of communication is for the effective communication of ideas. It continues with guidance on literature searches and the use of information sources, from the library to the live interviewee. The book also deals with how to write and speak effectively, working in a group, and working with the media.

About this title

About the Author

Anthony Wilson

From the Back Cover

The Handbook of Science Communication is written for students from undergraduate level upwards, and for scientists who need to communicate their work effectively to each other, and to the wider public. It is also suitable as a source book for teachers of science communication in universities and colleges. The material in this book is in two parts. The first part, 'Practical Science Communication', is a basic collection of practical advice and guidance for students with particular emphasis on written communication. The second part, 'Communication Theory and Practice', is an introduction to the academic study of communication and its application to many aspects of spoken communication.

Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750305185
• ISBN 13: 9780750305181
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 174
• Editor: Wilson Anthony