Things to consider in writing science - related article

1. by Teacher Mariden

2. It conveys reporting about
science to the public. The
field typically involves
interactions between
scientists, journalists, and
the public.

3. It also renders very
detailed, specific, and
often jargon-laden
information produced by
scientists into a form that
non-scientists can
understand and appreciate
while still communicating

4. These are words that are
used by a certain
profession or group and
are difficult for others to
understand.
*terminologies related to
jargon-
laden

5. 1. Good writing
communicates an idea
clearly and effectively.
What makes a good
science feature
writing?

6. *technical
* Content
* ethics

7. If possible, exhibit creative
presentation;
Combine colorful and
figurative language to
present facts
Use a catchy title;
Sustain interest of the
readers;
Utilize appropriate feature
type to emphasize the
relevance of the topic
* Technical

8. Observe the rules of
grammar and syntax;
Conform with the principles
of organization and
progression of ideas;
If possible, exhibit creative
presentation;
Combine colorful and
figurative language to
present facts

9. Use a catchy title;
Sustain interest of the
readers;
Utilize appropriate
feature type to emphasize
the relevance of the topic

10. Cite facts to bolster
credibility of statements;
Present a new angle or
pieces of information about
the topic that are timely and
interesting to read;
Stir the imagination of the
readers;
Balance presentation of
thoughts and ideas with that
of the writer’s perceptions
*
Content

11. Stir the imagination of
the readers;
Balance presentation
of thoughts and ideas
with that of the writer’s
perceptions
*
Content

12. Observe ethical and
professional standards
for print media (fairness,
relevance, accuracy and
balance);
Cite sources and
observe copyright laws
Example:
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2016/apr/2
1/timess-climate-change-coverage-distorted-and-poor-
quality
* Ethics

13. "The most important thing is
to make sure that you know
how to craft a news story,
write a feature, pitch an
idea, figure out what will
interest an audience.”