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21W.031 Science Writing and New Media: Explorations in Communicating about Science and Technology

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Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-9
Credit cannot also be received for 21W.034, 21W.035, 21W.036
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (56-162) or TR3-4.30 (56-180)

Examines principles of good writing, focusing on those associated with scientific and technical writing. Considers the effects of new media as an avenue for communicating about science. Students discuss scientific articles and essays and work in small groups to critique each other's writing. Assignments include a critical review, a science essay for the general public, and a research or service project proposal. Students choose topics that reflect their background and interests. Formal and informal presentations and group discussions develop oral communication skills. Limited to 18.
Fall: J. Melvold
Spring: J. Melvold
No required or recommended textbooks

21W.031 Science Writing and New Media: Explorations in Communicating about Science and Technology

(, )
Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-9
Credit cannot also be received for 21W.034, 21W.035, 21W.036
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (56-162) or TR3-4.30 (56-180)

Examines principles of good writing, focusing on those associated with scientific and technical writing. Considers the effects of new media as an avenue for communicating about science. Students discuss scientific articles and essays and work in small groups to critique each other's writing. Assignments include a critical review, a science essay for the general public, and a research or service project proposal. Students choose topics that reflect their background and interests. Formal and informal presentations and group discussions develop oral communication skills. Limited to 18.
Fall: J. Melvold
Spring: J. Melvold
No required or recommended textbooks