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'Selling' your Science

This 90-minute workshop is designed to empower researchers and scientists with the skills to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging language for a general audience as part of scientific outreach. Participants will learn techniques for simplifying jargon, creating compelling narratives, and using visuals effectively to enhance a general audience’s understanding of scientific concepts. By the end of the workshop, scientists will be better equipped to bridge the gap between their specialized knowledge and the broader public, fostering greater appreciation and support for science.

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Pronunciation for Academic and Professional Purposes

This course in pronunciation is designed to help students improve their spoken English by focusing on key aspects of pronunciation. Through a series of interactive sessions and practical activities, students will develop their ability to produce and recognize English sounds, stress and intonation patterns, as well as word and sentence rhythm.

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Reading for Academic and Professional Purposes

This course is designed to help students improve their reading skills in order to succeed academically and professionally. The course is structured around developing a number of key reading strategies and techniques such as skimming and scanning to quickly identify key information, as well as how to take effective notes and summarize key points.

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