1 July 2022
Science Communication in the Post-COVID19 Era
MODULE 1 – How to communicate in risk communication and community engagement
Thematics:
• Risk management communication
• Crisis communication
• Public engagement
MODULE 2 – Navigating fake news and alternative facts
Thematics:
• The anatomy of fake news
• The (il)logic narrative behind pseudoscience
• Media, social media, and books to address uncertain audiences
MODULE 3 – Build an online community to foster science education
Thematics:
• Online communities
• Convey fact-based information
• Empower science education for all
MODULE 4 – Science communication writing and illustration
• Write for a lay audience in a clear and concise way
• Convey the passion for science and its impact
• Use visual arts to engage the audience with scientific subjects
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES:
• CERN: Educational activities and Science gateway
• World Economic Forum: Top Link
Course leader
Course directors:
Prof. Christoph Renner
Vice-Dean, Professor, Department of Quantum Matter Physics, Faculty of Science, UNIGE
Massimo Caine
Chargée d’information, Editor-in-chief, TheScienceBreaker, Faculty of Science, UNIGE
Fee info
CHF 1000: Professionals fee
CHF 800: External students fee