Webinar date: 6 March 2025
Many science communication students complete a capstone research project as the final component of their master’s degree. However, for those with a background in the natural sciences, navigating social science epistemologies, concepts, and theories can be challenging. They must adapt to new research paradigms and engage with interdisciplinary methodologies—a shift that requires thoughtful guidance.
How can educators best support students in this transition?
Watch this interactive PCST Teaching Forum webinar, where key aspects of research training for science communication students is explored and discussed with a focus on:
- Core research skills: What essential aspects of the research process should be taught?
- Pedagogical approaches: What does effective science communication research training look like?
- Interdisciplinary learning: How can we encourage inter- and transdisciplinary thinking in research training?
- Supporting supervisors: What practical strategies can we share?
Speakers
- Felicity Mellor
Director, Science Communication Unit, Imperial College London, United Kingdom - Julia Serong
Research Director, Munich Science Communication Lab, LMU Munich, Germany - Luisa Massarani
Coordinator of the National Institute of Public Communication of Science and Technology, Brazil
