Why Communications Training?
The principles of effective science communication show that technology adoption is most successful for everyone when the public is engaged in the development and deployment process.
However, most technology developers and enablers have limited training in the art of effective communication and engagement with stakeholders, including investors, customers, policymakers, media, and the public.
Our SciComm Workshop gives trainees the opportunity to learn and practice effective science communication based on the values/engagement model.
We develop foundational skills on the nuances of communicating about nuclear energy and/or fusion energy and then build on those skills by practicing and providing feedback on public speaking, interacting with media, and stakeholder relationship building.
The Workshop
With multiple interactive sessions, Helixos can tailor our workshop to your specific needs as an organization. The standard workshop includes two parts, conducted in-person or virtually:
Training Class (2 to 3 hours)
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Effective science communication
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Talking about nuclear energy and/or fusion
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Communication fundamentals
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Values exercise
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Practice storytelling in breakout groups
Individual Presentations
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Trainees each develop their own presentation based on their story and technology
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Presented in multiple small groups
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Peer and instructor feedback
Learning Outcomes
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Understand the basics of effective science communication and the values/engagement model
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Learn how to talk about your technology and answer common misconceptions
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Learn and practice essential presentation and storytelling skills to engage with external stakeholders and diverse audiences
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Convey your personal story as it relates to the story of your technology
People trained in science communication to date
