Communicating Developmental Science to Nonscientists,or How to Write Something Even Your Family Will Want to Read |
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Authors: | Andrew Shtulman |
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Institution: | 1. Occidental Collegeshtulman@oxy.edu |
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Abstract: | ABSTRACTDevelopmental psychologists are increasingly writing articles, columns, books, and blogs for the general public, but this type of writing can be challenging. Here, I provide guidance on how to communicate scientific ideas to nonscientists, touching on what content to cover, how to organize that content, what language to use, and what tone to adopt. I highlight common shortcomings in how we package and describe our academic pursuits, and provide alternative strategies for writing about research in a clear and compelling manner. |
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