Poetry & Science Combined

Here's a challenge to take up - why not try combining poetry with your science programs? We chat the positive impact this has on learning and about how this can be done with Dr Sam Illingworth, a Senior Lecturer in science communication at the University of Western Australia.Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics EducationAbout Dr Sam IllingworthDr Sam Illingworth research focusses on using poetry and games to help develop dialogue between scientists and non-scientists. You can find out more about his research by visiting his website www.samillingworth.com, and connect with him on Twitter @samillingworth.Extra links:Blog: https://thepoetryofscience.scienceblog.com/Podcast: https://scipoetry.podbean.com/Book: https://manchesteruniversitypress.co.uk/9781526127983/Research https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212096317301055About the FizzicsEd PodcastHosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics EducationWith interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world!https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode? Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/