ASC2018 - 11-15 Nov, Sydney

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September 1, 2018 by asc2018

Little Bang – Bright Sparks: Delivering a national priority through local collaboration

Little Bang Discovery ClubWhen: Wednesday 14th November, 8:45am – 9:45am
Where: L3, Level 2 to the left of the registration/foyer area, down the hallway and through the doors on the right
Hashtag: #W5

In an era of ‘false news’, a growing mistrust of ‘the expert’ and almost universal access to unfiltered advice from the internet of all things, the need for a science-literate community has never been more important.

The ability to critically assess information starts early and needs to become one of the pillars of education: reading, writing, arithmetic and CRITICAL THINKING.

Science communicators and educators can work smarter to better engage and sustain community understanding of how science works in producing evidence-based knowledge. The resulting democratising of knowledge, and the ability to discern trusted sources, enables better decision making for individuals, and the community as a whole.

This case study involves a series of science engagement initiatives that utilise the exisiting trusted and nationally distributed network of public and school libraries. By working in concert with this ‘third space’ we have a unique opportunity to influence a generation of children, their families and whole community outside the status quo of home, school and the workplace.

The overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic response from librarians and participating families is evidence of the scalability and sustainability of these low-cost programs, with measurable impact on attitudes and understating of science.

Session

Case studies: Education

Presenter

Adam Selinger, Executive Director, Children’s Discovery Museum Ltd

Filed Under: 60 minutes, Case Study, Change agents, Collaborating with other communicators, Day 4, Novel Topic - suits all levels, On the ground with communities, Poster

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

Scientists, Journalists and Science Communicators: a three-way partnership to build a social heavyweight

When: Tuesday 13th November, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Where: Theatrette, Level 2 behind the registration/foyer area
Hashtag: #T9

It is hard to go to a science communication conference without seeing the phrase ‘fake news’ or ‘post-truth’, with many keynotes calling for scientists and science communicators to find a voice to be heard in the echo chambers of social media.

Twelve months ago, the Australian Academy of Science embarked on an ambitious project to do just that: to deliver a social engagement initiative of science communication content that was engaging, informative and—most importantly—increased the quality of verified science content in social media feeds.

Bringing in experience from commercial media to partner with skilled science communicators and backed up by the reputation and expertise of the Academy’s Fellowship, the communications team has evolved into a high-performing media house that produces videos, articles and image content specifically for social media on a broad range of topics and breaking news items.

But how, in the fast-paced environment of breaking news and the constraints of a 60-second video, can we ensure we do not misrepresent complex science and risk damaging the Academy’s reputation for excellence?

In this presentation, I will discuss our rigorous verification processes that ensure that we publish only fact-checked and consensus-view content. I will also touch on how this verification process builds trust both within the science sector and with mainstream media outlets.

https://www.facebook.com/AustralianAcademyofScience/

Session

Case studies: Lessons from the experts

Presenter

Dr Tom Carruthers, Senior Content Producer, Australian Academy of Science and National Director, Pint of Science Australia

Filed Under: 90 minutes, Case Study, Collaborating with other communicators, Day 3, Fake News and Social Bubbles, More about why, Novel Topic - suits all levels, Poster, Presentation, Using knowledge from other areas, Video production

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

Sydney Science Festival in Review: Audiences, Motivations and Modes of Engagement

When: Tuesday 13th November, 9:15am – 11:15am
Where: Theatrette, Level 2 behind the registration/foyer area
Hashtag: #T3

Featuring more than 200 events in 2018, the Sydney Science Festival (SSF) celebrates and showcases Sydney’s diverse and multidisciplinary science and innovation community through a program of talks, hands-on workshops, exhibitions and family events exploring all areas of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). Since its inception in 2015, the Sydney Science Festival has seen yearly growth and is the largest science festival in Australia happening during National Science Week. In 2017, the Festival attracted more than 70,000 audience members to science events throughout Sydney and more are expected in 2018*. The 2018 Sydney Science Festival presented a diverse program of events ranging from large hands-on free family events in parks, lunchtime talks with experts to performative science-themed events for intergenerational audiences. The growing momentum behind the Sydney Science Festival demonstrates an appetite for meaningful opportunities to meet experts and learn about science in formal and informal social settings.

In this proposed case study, I will present the results of 2018 Sydney Science Festival report and audience evaluation, highlighting audience profiles and discussing what motivates audiences to attend the Sydney Science Festival. This will provide insight into the effectiveness of Festivals and similar programs and will identify future opportunities to engage with new and returning science audiences.

*2018 results currently being collected

Session

Case studies: Cultural Institutions and Festivals

Presenter

Catherine Polcz, Program Producer (Science), Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences

Filed Under: 120 minutes, Case Study, Collaborating with other communicators, Day 3, interrogate the reasoning behind scicomm practices today, More about why, Novel Topic - suits all levels, Working with constraints

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

Pint of Science – the evolution of the Australian festival

Pint of Science JiranaWhen: Tuesday 13th November, 9:15am – 11:15am
Where: Theatrette, Level 2 behind the registration/foyer area
Hashtag: #T3

What better way is there to learn about cutting-edge research than over a brew?

Well, it’s nothing new … it’s science in the pub. It’s been done before, and we’d almost be brave enough to guess that almost all the science communicators at the 2018 ASC conference are pub-science veterans. So how is Pint of Science anything more than just another pub event? What makes us different? And why do volunteers, speakers and venues want to get involved?

In this talk, we’ll pull apart what makes Pint of Science unique by looking at the ways the festival engages its audience, speakers, volunteers and sponsors. In doing so, we will outline the recent evolution of the Australian festival and conclude with some forward thinking about how Pint of Science will continue to contribute to the broader Australian science communication landscape.

https://www.pintofscience.com.au

Session

Case studies: Cultural Institutions and Festivals

Presenter

Dr Tom Carruthers, Senior Content Producer, Australian Academy of Science and National Director, Pint of Science Australia

Jirana Boontanjai, National Director, Pint of Science Australia

Filed Under: 120 minutes, Case Study, Collaborating with other communicators, Crossing Borders, Day 3, Novel Topic - suits all levels, On the ground with communities, Poster, Presentation, Scientists becoming science communicators, Using knowledge from other areas, Working with constraints

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

The Art and Science of Collaboration – Three Case Studies on Finding Innovative Partnerships for Science Communication

When: Tuesday 13th November, 9:15am – 11:15am
Where: Theatrette, Level 2 behind the registration/foyer area
Hashtag: #T3

You have a message and you know who you want to reach, but you have little to no budget or resources. Partnerships are often the best way to maximise your science communication efforts, but how do I make it happen?

From the world’s largest museum to the smallest of conservation non-profits, organizations big and small face this very same problem. Micaela Jemison will present three case studies from her time at the Smithsonian Institution and Bat Conservation International (USA) to shed light on the process of finding the right partners and the potential benefits and pitfalls of these collaborations.

The case studies span a range of corporate, government/non-profit and media partners, as well as individual collaborators you may not expect. The result is an annual North American bat conservation campaign reaching more than 24 million people, integration of conservation science messages into one of the world’s most popular online games for kids, and a virtual reality experience bringing a “Batnado” to the rest of the world.

Session

Case studies: Cultural Institutions and Festivals

Presenter

Micaela Jemison, Science Communicator, Smithsonian Institution

Filed Under: 120 minutes, 21st Century Comms, Advanced, Case Study, Collaborating with other communicators, Comms for enhancing collaboration, Crossing Borders, Day 3, emerging digital, Intermediate, Science communication international, Science education and science communication in schools, technical and social trends to anticipate, Video production

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

What would a national framework to coordinate STEM outreach/engagement look like?

When: Monday 12th November, 1:55pm – 3:25pm
Where: L3, Level 2 to the left of the registration/foyer area, down the hallway and through the doors on the right
Hashtag: #M13

STEM outreach/engagement in Australia has changed dramatically over the last decade. All of a sudden it seems that STEM (and ‘innovation’) has become a hot topic. There are now numerous organisations that provide STEM outreach/engagement, especially in the schools context.
There have been some great initiatives over the years to collate and coordinate outreach/engagement but, overall, with limited impact.
This session will reflect briefly on where we have been, provide opportunity to share where we are at the moment, and be focused on proposing a path into the future for STEM outreach/engagement efforts.

Session Producer, Session Chair

Terry Burns, Science Communicator, University of Newcastle

Presenter

Christina Chun, CEO, iScope

Regina Crameri, AIR4

Janine McIntosh, Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute

Bruce Ritchie, Senior Manager Communications and Events, Office of the NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer

Justine Romanis, Engineers Australia Directory

Sally-Ann Williams, Engineering Community and Outreach Manager, Google Australia

Jackie Randles, Manager Inspiring Australia NSW, Inspiring Australia

John Philllips, Manager, Education Projects, The Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering

Filed Under: 90 minutes, Brainstorming, Collaborating with other communicators, Day 2, Interactive, Novel Topic - suits all levels, Panel, Problem Solving, Science education and science communication in schools

September 1, 2018 by asc2018

Speed Networking

When: Monday 12th November, 11:55am – 12:55pm
Where: L3, Level 2 to the left of the registration/foyer area, down the hallway and through the doors on the right
Hashtag: #M9

It can be hard work to get around and meet everyone at a conference.

Join 49 other delegates for this coordinated speed networking session.

You will have the chance to meet and chat with over half of the attendees as you shift between small groups.

[limited to the first 50 RSVPs – filled up quickly at ASC2014. RSVP when you register or modify your registration in your registration portal]

** Spaces strictly limited, RSVP for this session during registration. **

** All attending this session will be listed on this session page as they register to attend. **

Session Producer

Kimberly Cullen, Managing Director, Crafting Astronomy Communication

Attendees

Adam Selinger, Executive Director, Children’s Discovery Museum Ltd
Andy Stapleton, CEO and Founder of verbalize.science
Anna Attard, Research Assistant and Masters Student, University of New South Wales
Anne-Sophie Dielen, The Australian National University
Dr Astha Singh, Vice President | ASC NSW, ASC
Bobby Cerini, Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre
Caleb McElrea, University of Melbourne
Catharina Vendl, University of New South Wales
Dr Catherine Dorey, Consultant, Fish & Fisheries | Science Communication | Campaign Strategy
Catherine Healy, Science Communication Advisor, Environment Protection Authority Victoria
David Robertson, Lecturer, Monash University
Errol Hunt, FLEET: ARC Centre of Excellence
Jane Ilsley, Econnect Communication
Jen Martin, Educator and radio personality, The University of Melbourne
Jenny Whiting, Microscopy Australia (previously AMMRF)
Jessica Heinemann, Centre for Biopharmaceutical Innovation – UQ
Julianne Camerotto, NSW Office of Environment and Heritage
Jun-Ting Yeung, University of Melbourne
Kimberly Cullen, Managing Director, Crafting Astronomy Communication
Matt Nurse, Masters degree candidate, CPAS, Australian National University
Meagan Vella, NPWS
Melina Gillespie, Communication Advisor, CSIRO Energy
Micaela Jemison, Science Communicator, Smithsonian Institution
Michael Helman, Communicatrium
Michelle Neil, Australian Citizen Science Association
Michelle Riedlinger, Associate Professor, University of Fraser Valley, Canada
Nicole Fetchet, Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre
Paul Holper, Director, Scientell
Dr Phil Dooley, ASC National co-vice-president and Galactic Commander, Phil Up On Science
Rachel Rayner, Science Communicator, Australian Volunteers Program
Rebecca Blackburn
Richard Chi, Sydney Observatory – MAAS
Sally Grosvenor, CDPC, University of Sydney
Shannon Panuska, CIT Bruce
Sheryn Pitman, Programme Manager Inspiring South Australia, South Australian Museum
Susan Rauch, Lecturer, professional writing (science and technology), Massey University, School of English and Media Studies
Taryn Laubenstein, ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies
Tilly Boleyn, Curator, Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
Dr Tom Carruthers, Senior Content Producer, Australian Academy of Science and National Director, Pint of Science Australia
Tom Rayner, Griffith University
Tyrone Anderson, ASPIRE – UNSW

Filed Under: 60 minutes, Advanced, Beginner, Career building advice, Career progression, Collaborating with other communicators, Comms for enhancing collaboration, Day 2, Enjoying science communication - putting entertainment ahead of education, Intermediate, Knowledge transfer and mobilisation, Moving out of your comfort zone, Networking - Structured, Novel Topic - suits all levels, Science communication for beginners

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