February 12, 2020 by ozgecan

Building ecological awareness through ArtScience communication

Human activities are having a profound detrimental impact on our planet’s biodiversity, yet we have not observed a commensurate shift in people’s mindset to achieve a more harmonious relationship between people and nature. As such, the need to shift the public’s understanding of our ecological impact continues to activate the role of science communication. There is mounting interest in integrating art with science as an influential communication practice to tackle the ecological crisis. Creating art inspired by ecological science can increase the public’s understanding of biodiversity through provoking a mindful and emotional response. The arts can provide a platform for expression and reflection on critical issues which traditional communication and outreach methods typically cannot.
Building on the mounting interest in ‘ArtScience’, this study designed a synergistic approach to communicating the importance of urban biodiversity by integrating participatory art and ecology. My study evaluated the outcomes from three participatory ‘ArtScience’ workshops delivered at The Living Pavilion, a temporary, Indigenous-led event space that took place in Melbourne during three weeks in May 2019. This research revealed three themes emerging from the participant experiences in the workshops: 1) discovery (cognitive learning/head/critical reflection); 2) flow (practical/hands-on learning/deep engagement), and; 3) attunement (ecological awareness and nature connection/emotional learning/heart/relational knowing).
This research highlights the positive potential of integrating the head, heart, and hand model of engagement and learning through participatory ‘ArtScience’ communication practice. This mode of activating science communication may provide deep emotional connections to nature, new ways of thinking and bolster ecological awareness.

Presenters

Christina Renowden, Ecologist/Masters student, Leap into Nature

When: Monday 17^th February, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Where: Room G02, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

January 28, 2020 by asctreasurer

Animation strategy for next level science communication

It’s popular to talk about having a good content strategy for communication. But it’s a waste of time unless you have a clear outcome strategy.

In this session Adrian will unpack strategic insights and understandings from the world of digital marketing and explore how we can translate them into practical ideas for Science Communication.

– Outcome strategy vs content strategy.
– High level strategic overview of how to plan science communication animation & other social digital content to maximise outcomes.
– Digital marketing techniques for science communicators.
– Marketing funnels and how they translate to science communication.
– The Science Communication Pyramid framework (inverted funnel)

How will your session be structured?
15-20 mins presentation
10-15 mins Q&A

What type of session will this be?
Practice insights: speakers describe, demonstrate and/or evaluate specific science communication practices.

What will participants gain from attending your session?
– Understanding why many science communicators focus on Content Strategy, when they should be focusing on Outcome Strategy, and how to know when to do each.
– High level strategic overview of how to plan science communication animation & other social digital content to maximise outcomes
– Insights into the latest digital marketing techniques and how to make them work in science communication
– The Science Communication Pyramid framework (inverted funnel)

Session Producer, Presenter

Adrian King, Executive Producer, Redboat

When: Monday 17^th February, 12:00pm-1:00pm

Where: Room G03, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton

Hashtag: TBC

January 15, 2020 by phildooley

Business Networking

Are you a business owner, freelancer, consultant, entrepreneur…? Come along to this session over lunch to meet other business owners.

Find a collaborator, share ideas, compare scars… Here is an opportunity to tap into the wisdom of others and perhaps find a new biz buddy or mentor.

Don’t forget your business cards / LinkedIn profile.

Facilitator

Claire Harris, Founder and Marketing-Communication Specialist, Innovate Communicate

When: Monday 17th February, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Where: Room G31, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

January 15, 2020 by phildooley

Strategies for measuring social impacts of science communication

Participants will learn about global social progress indicators.

The session will contribute to understanding how these can inform and be used in evaluating science communication

Presenters

Cobi Calyx, Research Fellow in Science Communication, Centre for Social Impact, UNSW Sydney

Amir Aryan, Head of the Social Data Analytics (SoDA) Lab in the Social Innovation Research Institute at Swinburne University of Technology.

Further opportunities for delegates interested in this session: Post-conference Workshop Thursday 20 February

Research Communication, Influence and Impact

Strategies for measuring real-life impacts of research

ASC2020 participants are invited to an unconference hosted by the Centre for Social Impact and Swinburne Social Data Analytics Lab the morning after the conference, about measuring social impacts of research. Please register your interest to: cobi.calyx@unsw.edu.au .

When: Monday 17^th February, 12:00pm-1pm

Where: Room G01, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton

December 24, 2019 by phildooley

Communicating research for impact: making a difference in northern Australia

An efficient way for research to make an impact is when it is communicated effectively to those in positions to effect change.

An integrated research program in northern Australia under the Australian Government’s National Environmental Science Program is informing policy and supporting better management decisions by undertaking world-class research and delivering it with targeted and purposeful science communication.

With the research program in its final year, the engagement with research users – federal and state government departments, Traditional Owners and land managers – has shifted towards synthesising knowledge and delivering research results, in ways and at times that are most relevant to the user.

Communication products and activities include story maps, videos, factsheets, forums, workshops, presentations and targeted meetings.

The impact of research results is underpinned by early and ongoing engagement with research users to scope what projects were needed and identify possible integration with existing management and policy timelines that identified clear purposes for the research.

This presentation will highlight how our science communication approach is leading to specific cases of impact for environmental management in northern Australia.

How will your session be structured?
20-minute presentation with 10 minutes for questions.

What type of session will this be?
Practice insights: speakers describe, demonstrate and/or evaluate specific science communication practices., Demonstrations: presenting innovative science communication practices with a commentary on their application and effectiveness.

What will participants gain from attending your session?
This presentation will show how engagement with research users and targeted science communication is increasing impact of research in northern Australia. Attendees will gain insight into innovative communication methods and how we address challenges of access and scale in northern Australia to deliver effective communication.

Presenter

Patch Clapp, Communications Officer, NESP Northern Australia Environmental Resources Hub

Co-authors

Jane Thomas, Science Communicator, NESP Northern Australia Hub

When: Monday 17^th February, 12:30pm-1:00pm
Where: Room G01, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

December 24, 2019 by phildooley

Breaking down the wall of science communication.

This presentation will explain a unique opportunity to participate in a global hub of science communicators.
Engage is a program run by the Falling Walls Foundation in Berlin. It culminates in an annual competition but the program is much more about collaboration and sharing methods to communicate science.
The Australian Academy of Science will be establishing a regional hub for Engage in 2020. This session will describe details of the hub and invite ASC members to participate.
Participants will also learn about the Academy’s innovative program for science communication.

Presenters

Dr Paul Richards, Director of Communications and Outreach, Australian Academy of Science

When: Monday 17th February, 2:00pm-3:30pm

Where: Room G01, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

December 24, 2019 by phildooley

How the Australian Academy of Science measures and applies Diversity and Inclusion

Women are still underrepresented across STEM fields. When it comes to diversity and inclusion, visibility matters. Join the Australian Academy of Science for a conversation around how scientific organisations can better incorporate diversity into their activities, how to track and measure your diversity and inclusion goals, and what barriers may be encountered along the way.

Hear about how the Academy is driving diversity and inclusion in science through policy initiatives such as the Women in STEM Decadal Plan and communications and outreach strategies that normalise diversity. But there’s still plenty of work to do. Bring your experience to the table and come ready to workshop ideas for how all of us can improve and do better.

How will your session be structured?
A brief presentation with an overview of the Academy’s Diversity and Inclusion projects as well as communication strategies to record and track diversity and inclusion.
Then facilitation of an open discussion to workshop various scenarios to create a conversation about the issue.

What will participants gain from attending your session?

Participants will gain a better understanding of ways to track diversity and inclusion in their own projects, plus a better understanding of what diversity and inclusion means in science communication

Presenters

Dr Tom Carruthers, Digital Strategist, Australian Academy of Science
Emma Berthold, Science Editor, Australian Academy of Science

When: Monday 17^th February, 12:00pm-1:00pm

Where: Room G31, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

December 20, 2019 by phildooley

Can we save our grandchildren? Inspiring change in an age of denial and despair

The planet is in melt down. Since the 1970s scientists have issued repeated warnings about global warming and of the catastrophic impacts on our planet and our survival unless we reduce carbon emissions . Yet as the scientific evidence mounts, the facts are deliberately obfuscated by political and institutional restraints and vested interests. No wonder many scientists report feelings of frustration, depression and despair.

The panel will discuss how scientists and science communicators can overcome these obstacles; how we can present the facts about the climate emergency and the array of interconnected existential threats in a way that resonates with people across all sectors of society and make a compelling case for taking action.

10 to 15 minutes from each presenter
15 to 20 minutes Q and A

What will participants gain from attending your session?

Practical ideas on how to reframe communication techniques and strategies

Session Producer/Session chair/Curator

Alison Leigh, Consultant to World Congress of Science and Factual Producers

Presenters

David Karoly, Leader Earth Systems and Climate Change, CSIRO

Alvin Stone, Media & Comms Manager, ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes

Sonya Pemberton, Film maker, Genepool productions

Lee Constable, Science Communicator and Broadcaster, Freelance

Cameron Muir, Freelance writer, editor and researcher

When: Monday 17^th February, 10:15am-11:30am
Where: Room G31, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

December 16, 2019 by phildooley

Speed networking

Get to know your fellow delegates. You’ll be amazed at the depth and diversity of ASC’s talent pool. Make important contacts, find out about useful organisations and make lifelong friends.

Session Producer/Presenter

Phil Dooley, ASC National Secretary and Galactic Freelancer, Phil Up On Science

When: Monday 17^th February, 4:00pm-5:30pm
Where: Room G31, Learning and Teaching Building, 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton
Hashtag: TBC

ASC2020 - 16-19 Feb, Melbourne

Building ecological awareness through ArtScience communication

Presenters

Animation strategy for next level science communication

Session Producer, Presenter

Business Networking

Facilitator

Sponsored networking drinks

MC

Networking drinks sponsored by the following ARC Centres of Excellence

Strategies for measuring social impacts of science communication

Presenters

Further opportunities for delegates interested in this session: Post-conference Workshop Thursday 20 February

Communicating research for impact: making a difference in northern Australia

Presenter

Co-authors

Breaking down the wall of science communication.

Presenters

How the Australian Academy of Science measures and applies Diversity and Inclusion

Presenters

Can we save our grandchildren? Inspiring change in an age of denial and despair

Session Producer/Session chair/Curator

Presenters

Speed networking

Session Producer/Presenter

Australian Science Communicators

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