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Christina K. Pikas is a science and engineering librarian in a special library as well as a doctoral student in information studies.
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Classic post from the archive:Implications of newer models of popularization of science for science library collection development

Category: Information Science

(I'm posting things from my old blog while I'm on a much-needed vacation) This originally appeared December 21, 2007 Implications of newer models of popularization of science for science library collection development* When we look at science communication - communication...

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Understanding urban, low socioeconomic status, African-American Girls’ attitudes towards science

Category: public communication & engagement

So often we hear of large studies like the GSS being used for attitudes towards science. We also hear the results of science achievement metrics and are disappointed. This article provides a great mix between generalizable quantitative understanding gained through...

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When discussing scientists’ engagement with the media and public, trotting out obsolete ideas is neither helpful nor useful

Category: public communication & engagement

I'm not an expert on public understanding of science or science communication; however, I've certainly read enough to know that some of the statements constantly being rehashed are not only out of date, but have been repeatedly discredited through peer-reviewed...

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