3 credits
Spring 2026 Lecture Upper Division
This course trains students to communicate about controversial science and emerging technology in contested environments. Additionally, the course covers public engagement principles for science topics and how to communicate risks in the context of agriculture, and natural resources science and technology.
Learning Outcomes1Define and apply evidence-based science communication and public engagement models in communication of controversial science.
2Identify a range of factors (individual, socio-cultural, economic, political) that contribute to social conflict and controversy over science or technology issues.
3Explain impacts of different media platform on the effectiveness of science communication.
4Define and apply conflict resolution skills in the context of a science or technology controversy.
5Apply communication best practices when engaging on controversial science and emerging technology across diverse audiences.
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