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"Storytelling and science may, at first glance, seem like strange bedfellows.
Scientists usually share their research through academic journals and books or
at academic conferences.
But storytelling is a powerful way to share scientific research with non-expert
audiences. Today, stories can be built digitally: photos, videos and audio
clips create visually, emotionally effective stories that are relatable and
easily understood.
There are several reasons for taking this approach. One is that making
scientific research accessible is essential for citizens to participate in
democracies. And, rather than a researcher sharing people’s insights and
experiences in a journal that’s not read by many, they can work with
participants to craft stories that give voice to marginalised and oppressed
communities.
Good digital storytelling is a way to impart different forms of knowledge in a
way that stimulates action. For instance, it can influence policy. However, the
tool needs to be used by those who have been trained to accurately, ethically
and sensitively report various aspects of research findings."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
