The New Art of Old Public Science Communication: The Science Slam (Knowledge, Communication and Society)

By: Miira B. Hill

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Synopsis: This book investigates the phenomenon of science communication events, as spectacles for legitimizing and communicating science to the public. With attention to events such as ‘Science Slam’, where scientists are asked to present their knowledge in new ways and speak to an audience of laymen, the author examines the participants’ use of stylistic devices borrowed from other events in order to address a diverse audience in a competitive environment. With attention to the performative appearance of scientists on stage and the manner in which contemporary public performing scientists present, problematise and communicate knowledge, the author considers the justifications offered by participants in terms of legitimacy and expectations. Illustrating the crucial role of bodies, techniques, visuals and objects in the communicative construction of (scientific) reality, The New Art of Old Public Science Communication: The Science Slam sheds new light on the construction of improved science communication. As such, it will appeal to social scientists with interests in science communication, the sociology of science and technology, and the sociology of knowledge.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 186 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781000548167
Related ISBNs:: 9781032000794, 9781032000800, 9781003172635
Publisher:: Taylor and Francis
Date of Addition:: 03/31/22
Copyrighted By:: Miira B. Hill, The right of Miira B. Hill to be identified as author of this work has been asserted in accordance with sections
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Sociology
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.