by Econnect | Feb 13, 2018 | Newsletter | Planning science communication
Often, science communication practitioners in the ‘thick’ of designing and implementing plans, writing, videoing (and more) don’t really have time to do research about their field – what works, what doesn’t, and why. By the nature of the...
by Econnect | Dec 12, 2017 | Newsletter | Interpreting natural environments
Innovation is never far away in science communication initiatives. Governments, universities and private practice are always looking to connect with people in a way that they’ve not experienced before. We love to see fascinating activities that engage people in...
by Econnect | Oct 31, 2017 | Newsletter | Planning science communication
Econnect celebrates 22 years of science communication this month, and one thing we’ve always prided ourselves on is using research to inform our practice. Research and conferences that we have been involved in recently have been particularly interested in the...
by Econnect | Sep 26, 2017 | Newsletter | Interpreting natural environments
Despite an extensive and exciting history, science communication as a career is still something quite a few of us have to explain. As our current practice evolves with technology, professional associations, and peer-reviewed evidence, science communication is...
by Econnect | Aug 29, 2017 | Newsletter | Telling stories
Most science communication projects broadly have ‘behaviour change’ as an ideal goal. Like achieving most goals, there isn’t one set way or formula to get there – but Communicating for behaviour change can be more elusive than others. No matter what...
by Econnect | Jul 28, 2017 | Newsletter | Writing science simply
As science communicators a lot of our work involves Writing simply without jargon. This month’s newsletter explores this issue and provides tips on how to avoid both technical and bureaucratic jargon. Sometimes, the latter is the most difficult. What exactly is meant...
