Exploring the use of scientific language in the news, and examining how scientific ideas are reported and communicated, this title takes a look at the use and misuse of scientific language and how it shapes our lives. It is useful for those interested in English Language, Linguistics, Journalism, Communications Studies or Science Communication. Editor(s): Beard, Adrian; Goddard, Angela. Series: Intertext. Num Pages: 140 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 1 black & white tables, 10 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: CF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 244 x 14. Weight in Grams: 272. . 2005. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: The Language of Science
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2005
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0415346363
ISBN 13: 9780415346368
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New

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The communication of scientific principles is becoming increasingly important in a world that relies on technology. Exploring the use of scientific language in the news and examining how important scientific ideas are reported and communicated, this title in the Intertext series takes a look at the use and misuse of scientific language and how it shapes our lives.

The Language of Science:

explores the goals of, and problems with, scientific language and terminology
demonstrates the power and misuse of scientific discourse in the media
examines the special qualities of scientific communication
explores how science and popular culture interact
is illustrated with a wide range of examples from the MMR vaccine to AIDS and the biological weapons debate, and includes a glossary as well as ideas for further reading.

This practical book is ideal for post-16 to undergraduate students in English Language, Linguistics, Journalism, Communications Studies or Science Communication.

About the Author

Carol Reeves is Associate Professor of English at Butler University, Indianapolis. She is an experienced teacher of rhetoric, science, science communication, and science journalism, and has published a number of articles on topics such as Language and AIDS.

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