JCOM-Journal of Science Communication
Scope & Guideline
Bridging the Gap: Where Science Meets Society
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Science Communication:
The journal explores the intersection of various disciplines such as sociology, education, art, and technology in shaping effective science communication strategies. - Public Engagement and Citizen Science:
A core focus on enhancing public engagement through citizen science initiatives, encouraging participatory practices that empower communities and foster dialogue between scientists and the public. - Culturally Relevant Communication:
Emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant science communication that resonates with diverse audiences, especially marginalized communities, to promote inclusivity and address social justice issues. - Evaluation and Impact Assessment:
The journal prioritizes the evaluation of science communication practices and their impacts on public understanding and attitudes towards science, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. - Use of Creative and Artistic Methods:
Explores the integration of arts-based approaches in science communication, utilizing creativity to engage audiences and facilitate deeper understanding of scientific concepts. - Digital and Social Media Strategies:
Investigates the role of digital platforms and social media in disseminating scientific information and shaping public discourse around science, especially in the context of misinformation.
Trending and Emerging
- Inclusion and Social Justice in Science Communication:
Recent publications show a significant increase in discussions around inclusivity and social justice, emphasizing the need for science communication practices to address inequalities and engage marginalized voices. - Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Technology:
The role of AI and digital tools in enhancing science communication strategies is gaining traction, reflecting the technological advancements and their implications for public engagement. - Arts and Creative Approaches:
There is a growing trend towards utilizing arts-based methods in science communication, leveraging creativity to engage audiences and convey complex scientific ideas effectively. - Community-Centric Engagement Models:
An emerging focus on community-centric models of engagement, where local knowledge and perspectives are valued, and participatory approaches are prioritized. - Health Communication and Misinformation:
The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified the importance of effective health communication, with an increasing number of studies addressing misinformation and strategies for public health engagement.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Science Journalism:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications centered around traditional science journalism, as the field shifts towards more participatory and community-driven approaches to science communication. - Purely Academic Perspectives on Science Communication:
Papers that focus solely on academic theories without practical application or public engagement aspects are becoming less frequent, indicating a shift towards more applied, real-world perspectives. - Focus on Western Frameworks:
A decline in papers that exclusively utilize Western frameworks for understanding science communication, as there is a growing emphasis on decolonizing science communication and incorporating diverse epistemologies. - Generalized Public Understanding of Science:
The once prevalent theme of broadly assessing public understanding of science is waning, with a growing focus on specific demographics and the nuances of communication effectiveness. - One-Way Communication Models:
There is a declining interest in one-way communication models that do not facilitate dialogue or interaction, as the field increasingly values two-way communication and engagement.
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