Science Writing I

WRITING X 425.1

Learn what it takes to translate scientific concepts and discoveries into prose that readers can understand and enjoy.

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Starting at $720.00
As few as 11 weeks
3.0

What you can learn.

  • Practice writing science explainers and articles according to standard structures
  • Complete in-class exercises that help you understand the job of the science writer
  • Get insight into various science writing career options
  • Develop 1-3 story ideas and 3 polished writing samples with pitches you can send for publication

About this course:

Science writing tells true stories about scientists and research to a variety of audiences. Learn what it takes to translate scientific concepts and discoveries into prose that readers can understand — and enjoy! You'll practice writing science explainers and news articles according to standard structures and come to understand the job of "science writer" through in-class exercises and discussions, guest speakers, reading, and homework. You'll learn about different career options: freelance or staff, journalism or institutional communications, full time or on the side. By the end of the course, you'll have 1–3 story ideas, 3 polished writing samples, a pitch you can send to a publication, and a plan for your own next steps in science writing. Note: Technical writing, scientific manuscript writing, and science fiction are not part of this course.

Fall 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
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Tuesday 6:00PM - 9:00PM PT
Enrollment Closed
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Instructor: Amber Dance
399755
Fee:
$720.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
Notes
No meeting November 26. Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 15, 2024
Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Online
Tue Oct 1, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Tue Oct 8, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Oct 15, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Oct 22, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Oct 29, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Nov 5, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Online
Tue Nov 12, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Tue Nov 19, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Tue Dec 3, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Tue Dec 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

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