Improving Science Communication Through Scenario-Based Role-Plays: Preparing students and professionals

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Oral Presentation
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University of Canterbury. Geological Sciences
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2013
Authors
Wilson, T.M.
Abstract

The role of science in society has evolved. From generator of knowledge to implicit duty to ensure that knowledge is understood and used effectively. Communication of operational decisions, probability and uncertainty to various internal and external stakeholders. Other experts, general public, local and national government officials and emergency managers. For more targeted communication scenario-based role-play exercises, specific stakeholders can be added in.

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Wilson, T.M. (2013) Improving Science Communication Through Scenario-Based Role-Plays: Preparing students and professionals..
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natural hazard management, scenario, role play, scenario-based role-plays, hazard, mangagement, communication, disaster, simulation, event, research, project, mitigation
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Fields of Research::37 - Earth sciences::3709 - Physical geography and environmental geoscience::370903 - Natural hazards
Fields of Research::44 - Human society::4407 - Policy and administration::440701 - Communications and media policy
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