Embedding Scientific Communication and Digital Capabilities in the Undergraduate Biomedical Science Curriculum.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Scientific communication, particularly the dissemination of research findings to both the scientific community and the general public, are skills required of graduates embarking on post-graduate studies and employment within the biomedical sciences sector. The aims of this action research project were to i) co-design an online scientific communication and digital capabilities resource, constructively aligned to the learning objectives of a final year undergraduate investigative research project; ii) ensure resource flexibility for future adaptation by others iii) embed authentic scientific communication learning assessments, namely, the preparation of a lay summary and visual abstract and iv) promote students' awareness of developed digital capabilities and transferabl

SUBMITTER: Millar BC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10154515 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature