the abc’s of science writing
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The ABC’s of Science Writing. Memoirs of an Ignorant Journalist Otto Ross. (Minutes) . (Level of Understanding). 1) Send Press Releases. 2) Use Plain Language. 3) Never Use Acronyms. 4) Suggest Art. 5) Give Background. 6) Be Patient. Thank You!. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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The ABC’s of Science Writing
Memoirs of an Ignorant JournalistOtto Ross
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Relationship Between Length of First Interview and Level of
Understanding
(Minutes)
(Level of Understanding)
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Language Used in a Typical Interview
Acronyms, Jargon, Inde-cipherable Science TalkPrepositions
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1) Send Press Releases
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2) Use Plain Language
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3) Never Use Acronyms
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4) Suggest Art
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5) Give Background
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6) Be Patient
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Thank You!