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Using Science to Connect with Your Audience

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the art of science communication in this live breakout session from the Aspen Ideas Festival. Learn from AsapSCIENCE creators Greg and Mitch as they share their experiences in engaging diverse audiences and advocating for critical issues like climate change action and diversity. Discover techniques for using scientific concepts to captivate audiences and inspire action in your own field. Delve into topics such as optical illusions, time perception, and the learning process. Gain insights on creating compelling videos, addressing misinformation, and changing opinions. Examine strategies for discussing controversial subjects like climate change denial and vaccine hesitancy. Participate in a Q&A session to enhance your understanding of effective science communication and audience engagement.

Syllabus

Intro
What is AsapSCIENCE
Illusions
Blind Spot
Physical Experiences
Optical Illusion
Time Perception
Ego Moving Perspective
How We Create Our Videos
How We Communicate Complexity
The Learning Process
Misinformation
Masks
Change Peoples Opinions
The Illusion of Explanation
The Illusion of Explanation Depth
Where Do We Come Together
How to Talk to Climate Change Deniers
The Truth About Vaccines
How Do You Deal With Mean Comments

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