Communicating Science
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3.1 Write effectively in multiple contexts within the discipline
The ability to write effectively is a necessary skill any person should acquire at some point in life. Here at Longwood they take this very seriously by not only requiring multiple levels of English courses but also incorporating writing intensive assignments into many of the Biology courses. This was even taken to another level of …
3.2 Effectively communicate orally in multiple contexts within the discipline
Another necessary skill that all people should have is the ability to speak publicly. While I can admit this is not particularly my strong suit, I do believe that I have grown tremendously from my very first presentation to my most recent. Some of the most memorable oral presentations that I have completed come from …
3.3 Prepare and present, orally and in writing, to scientists in other disciplines and audiences outside the sciences
In the previous sections (3.1 and 3.2) I have discussed the importance of learning how to effectively write and speak. Another very important skill that we, as scientists, must learn is the ability to convey scientific biology information to other scientists from other disciplines as well as those outside of the scientific community. This goes …
3.4 Collaborate effectively in a group setting within the discipline
Working within a group is something that everyone will experience multiple times throughout their life. Being able to effectively work in a group is so important because it allows you to collaborate on projects. Most, if not all, of my courses at Longwood required some form of group work to get us comfortable with working …
3.5 Perform competently in a professional setting
At Longwood, everyone student is required to partake in some form of internship before they graduate. As a Biology major, one of the easiest ways to complete this goal is through a research internship with a professor. I was lucky enough to be able to join Dr. Erin Shanle’s lab during the Fall of 2017. …