Be A Communicator

This is an interesting article written primarily for high school teachers. The author explains how to identify a prospective communicator. Several career paths with the skills sets needed ... See More

This is an interesting article written primarily for high school teachers. The author explains how to identify a prospective communicator. Several career paths with the skills sets needed for each are described that include illustration as well as writing. The author suggests what advice to give an interested student and points out that this is a job for the teacher not the counselor at school. She concludes with what a teacher can do and what a school can do for this motivated student. This is a practical approach written by career scientists.

Science and Society Project Ideas and Resources

The Department of Labor Bureau of Statistics projects that the need for technical writers will grow by 8% through the year 2018. Early academic preparation is desirable due to the competitiv... See More

The Department of Labor Bureau of Statistics projects that the need for technical writers will grow by 8% through the year 2018. Early academic preparation is desirable due to the competitive nature of the writing field in general. The author claims that science teachers are in a unique position to assess and mentor students who display talent in the area of non-fiction writing. She lists career guidance resources for students, who may want to enter the field of technical writing or science journalism. The article suggests ways in which schools can help to develop and promote the field through courses offered and practical hands-on experience.