Monday, September 26, 2011
Don't be such a Scientist
For those of you who missed Randy Olson's various speaking engaugements at the museum and around town, you actually missed out on a lot. It was an absolute pleasure to meet him and realize that we have very similar interests. Randy's work is dedicated to teaching the scientific community how to inspire action through narrative and storytelling. I've always believed that people are changed by the stories and experiences of others, not so much data and statistics. He reinvigorated my passion for scientific communication--which is actually what I received my master's in. If you are interested in learning more about how to become a better scientific communicator, I highly suggest picking up Don't be Such a Scientist. Copies are for sale in the museum store.
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The Atkinson Center website has posted his talk from the MOE for those who missed it!
http://www.sustainablefuture.cornell.edu/media/sviewer.php?VideoID=5EF059938BA799AA118A845E1C2E8A762BD
Holly, you just made my day! Now I can see his lecture whenever I want and get totally inspired.
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