Postgraduate Course: Skills for science communication (BIME11048)
Course Outline
| School | School of Biomedical Sciences |
College | College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 10 |
| Home subject area | Biomedical Sciences |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | In the context of science communication, this course will explore, both theoretically and experientially, effective use of the following: different learning styles, use of voice and body language, and questioning and listening. The use of props, demonstrations, interactivity and hands-on activities will also be covered. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | No |
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate:
* Skills and confidence in presenting scientific concepts and contexts to a variety of audiences.
* An understanding of different learning styles and the choice of techniques to address them
* Skills and methodologies for effective interactivity during presentations and hands-on activities |
Assessment Information
* Development, delivery and written evaluation of a science presentation with interactive elements, for a prescribed audience and purpose. (60%)
* Drawing on course material, a descriptive report on the adaptation, delivery and evaluation of a hands-on activity for a prescribed audience and venue. (40%) |
Special Arrangements
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Additional Information
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Elizabeth Stevenson
Tel: (0131 6)50 4823
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Course secretary | Mrs Marie Manson
Tel: (0131 6)50 3289
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