2015-2016 University Catalog 
  
2015-2016 University Catalog

CONS 411 - Science Communication for Conservation

Credits: 3
Not Repeatable


Addresses the need for clear, direct and proactive communication of scientific processes. Students design communication strategies for diverse audiences and learn skills to engage stakeholders in dialogue related to specific conservation issues. Through individual and group activities that emphasize written, visual and oral communications techniques, students learn how the messages can affect people.

Designated a Green Leaf Course .

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Smithsonian-Mason Monitoring Semester.

Corequisite(s): Enrollment in the Smithsonian-Mason Monitoring Semester.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0