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Enhancing Science Communication Skills for Robotics and AI Researchers
On November 22, 2024, the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society will conduct an online training session focused on science communication specifically tailored for those involved in robotics and artificial intelligence research. This engaging tutorial aims to guide participants in crafting their narratives through interactive activities and presentations.
Date: November 22, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 13:00 EST (07:00 – 10:00 PST, 15:00 – 18:00 GMT, 16:00 – 19:00 CET)
Location: Online – accessible worldwide
Registration
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The necessity of effective science communication cannot be underestimated. It plays a pivotal role in making the fields of robotics and AI comprehensible to a wider audience, including policymakers, industry executives, and the general public. For researchers, honing these communication skills not only boosts proficiency but also broadens professional networks and elevates the influence of their work.
This comprehensive three-hour session will feature experienced science communicators from the robotics and AI sectors, who will instruct participants on how to articulate their research clearly and succinctly to audiences that may lack specialized knowledge. Researchers will learn strategies to maintain clarity without succumbing to sensationalism, as well as how to effectively source visuals and leverage social media platforms. Insights from an established robotics journalist will provide guidance on navigating media interactions and promoting research stories to a larger audience.
The format of the workshop allows for practical involvement, with exercises integrated throughout the session. Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with a specific research idea they aim to communicate.
Agenda Overview
Part 1: Communicating Your Work Effectively
- The significance of science communication
- Creating concise research summaries suitable for social media
- Expanding your outline into a detailed blog post
- Locating and utilizing appropriate images
- Avoiding exaggeration in research narratives
- Exploring unconventional science communication methods
Part 2: Producing Video Content for Robotics
- The impact of video in science communication
- Practical tips for video production
Part 3: Engaging with Media
- The importance of media relations
- Understanding the media’s strengths and weaknesses
- How to effectively pitch stories to media outlets
- Collaborating with your institution’s press office
Featured Speakers:
Sabine Hauert, Professor of Swarm Engineering, Executive Trustee AIhub / Robohub
Lucy Smith, Senior Managing Editor AIhub / Robohub
Laura Bridgeman, Audience Development Manager IEEE Spectrum
Evan Ackerman, Senior Editor IEEE Spectrum
Interested individuals can sign up here.
AIhub, the organizing body for this event, is a non-profit entity committed to bridging the gap between the AI community and the public, aiming to provide accessible and high-quality information about artificial intelligence.
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robohub.org