Communicating science
Nicholas J. Russell
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Communicating science
Published
2010
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
324
ISBN-13
9780521113830
ISBN-10
0521113830
Description
"In recent years governments and scientific establishments have been encouraging the development of professional and popular science communication. This book critically examines the origin of this drive to improve communication, and discusses why simply improving scientists' communication skills and understanding of their audiences may not be enough. Written in an engaging style, and avoiding specialist jargon, this book provides an insight into science's place in society by looking at science communication in three contexts: the professional patterns of communication among scientists, popular communication to the public, and science in literature and drama. This three-part framework shows how historical and cultural factors operate in today's complex communication landscape, and should be actively considered when designing and evaluating science communication. Ideal for students and practitioners in science, engineering and medicine, this book provides a better understanding of the culture, sociology and mechanics of professional and popular communication"--Provided by publisher.
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This edition of Communicating science has approximately 324 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Communicating science?
For most readers, Communicating science typically takes between 6h 45m and 4h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 81,000 words and common reading speeds.
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Who is the author of Communicating science?
Communicating science was written by Nicholas J. Russell.
When was Communicating science published?
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