Announcing Science Writing JOUR-J 460
The following course may be of interest, and has seats available. Remember, JOUR courses fall under "Outside Hours" for students in the College of Arts and Sciences.
JOUR-J 460 TOPICS COLLOQUIUM (3 CR)
TOPIC: SCIENCE WRITING
Class Number 30926
4:00-05:15 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday
EP 210
P - JOUR-J 110, J 155, J 200, J 210 with grades of C- or better in each
Are you interested in writing about cutting-edge science topics, from global warming to evolution to intelligent design? Understanding and communicating scientific concepts are highly demanded skills in both science and journalism-related fields. The purpose of this course is to introduce you to the basic skills and knowledge required of a science writer. Throughout the semester we will cover the basics of science writing: finding stories and sources, conducting interviews, and communicating science effectively. We will learn how to translate scientific jargon for the general public, as well as discuss how science writers influence news coverage of controversial scientific concepts.
Prerequisites for the course can be waived for students who have knowledge of basic writing skills, upon the permission of the instructor.
For more information, please contact the instructor:
Zeynep Altinay
zaltinay@indiana.edu
MSES School of Public and Environmental Affairs MA School of Journalism
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