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From lab discoveries to daily life, science communication brings ideas to life. Making Science Matter helps teams share science with clarity and confidence through hands-on, evidence-based learning.
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  • Learn to share science in a way that clicks, connects, and keeps people listening.

    Develop practical techniques to improve your science engagement in any role – as an academic, researcher, science communicator, or professional at a science-based organization.

In-Person or Virtual

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In-Person or Virtual

Complete the form to register

In-Person or Virtual

Complete the form to register

Courses for Individuals

SHARING SCIENCE

This 3-hour, highly interactive course is packed full of hands-on activities and group discussions to help you strengthen your science literacy and sharpen your own ability to share complex science topics clearly, accurately, and with confidence. Experience this unique opportunity to strengthen science communication skills in an interactive, three-hour session.


Experience Level
Designed for working professionals, non-academics, academics, museum staff, engineers and scientists.

Choose your preferred session:
In-Person
Date:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: TELUS World of Science - Edmonton

Virtual
Date:
Friday, November 28, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (MST)
Platform: Microsoft Teams
Participants will require a microphone and camera.

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Sharing Science - Science Communication Course

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Special Offer: For a limited time, individual participants can register at a special one-time rate of $149 (regularly $199), thanks to the generous support of the APEGA Foundation.

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Courses for Groups and Organizations

Reaching Out

Interaction Basics

$3,800

3 hours

Perfect for early-career science communicators! Learn how to make science clear, memorable, and audience-friendly using simple language, creative context, and hands-on strategies. Tap into your inner performer and discover ways to spark engagement and bring your message to life.

Offered in person or virtually.

Sharing Science

Supporting Science Literacy 

$3,800

3 hours

Strengthen your skills in sharing science clearly, accurately, and with confidence. Explore how to talk about complex topics in a way that feels balanced and approachable, while learning to spot and share credible sources. Along the way, boost your own science savvy, and help others do the same!

Offered in person or virtually.

CONVERSATIONS ABOUT CONTROVERSY

Engaging Science Skeptics 

In this course, explore different types of science skepticism, dive into the psychology, biases, and stereotypes around science skeptics, and build strategies for having meaningful, productive conversations about controversial topics. By the end of this two-day experience, you’ll be ready to engage with science skeptics and feel more confident addressing tough issues like never before!

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Complete the online registration form to book courses for groups and organizations.

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TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is passionate about delivering research-backed training that is carefully tested and evaluated to ensure every course is effective, informative, and fun.

To book a course as an individual (without an organization), please email sciencecommunication@twose.ca

Your Facilitators

Abigail Stosky-Rahman

- MSc Science Communication from the University of Edinburgh

- BSc Biology and Psychology from the University of Alberta

- 10+ years of experience in Science Centers and informal learning institutions

Marie McConnell

- G Dip Science Communication from Laurentian University

- BSc Ecology from the University of Guelph

- 18+ years of experience in Science Centers and informal learning institutions

Laura Beauchamp

- BA in Archaeology and Museum Studies

- 9+ years experience in museums and informal learning institutions

What is science communication?

Science communication is an incredibly diverse and dynamic field. It means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. But at its core, it focuses on how to help support the relationship between science and society. With the increased rise in misinformation, disinformation, and polarization, knowing how to effectively communicate science has never been more important.

If you have any questions please email sciencecommunication@twose.ca

Testimonials

  • “After taking this course, I feel I have more skills and therefore more emotional fortitude to be able to stay curious in future similar experiences.”
    (Conversations About Controversy)
  • “I really appreciated this course's examination of practical skills that I now feel I have in my arsenal of tools for accurate and thoughtful approaches to science communication.”
    (Sharing Science)
  • “I feel much more likely to engage in a dialogue with those who may not share my opinions as a result of the things I have learned over the last two days.”
    (Conversations About Controversy)
  • “This was one of the best science communication courses I've taken.”
    (Sharing Science)
  • “The time really flew by and I found myself really enjoying the dialogue, questions and thoughtful flow of the conversation.”
    (Sharing Science)

Non-Profit Organizations

TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is proud to support non-profit organizations through discounted pricing for Making Science Matter courses. Email today at sciencecommunication@twose.ca to book.

Special Rates for Non-Profit Organizations

  • Half-Day Courses: $2,280

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