ATS2324 · Monash University
Climate change communication
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 2
- Workload
- ≈ 12 h / week
- Faculty
- Arts
What it covers
In this unit, you will examine the intersection of science, politics and media relating to climate change, using the Australian context as a case study. You will consider six barriers to the successful communication of climate change: the nature of climate change itself; the nature of scientific cultures; the denialist industry around the world; the characteristics of social media, mass media, and generative AI; audience attitudes, behaviours and issues of justice; and the roles of imagery and imagination. You will develop the skills to effectively communicate about climate change for diverse audiences using appropriate tools and strategies.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Online quiz | Quiz / Test | 15% |
| Digital content | Artefact | 40% |
| Design project plan | Written | 25% |
| Oral presentation | Presentation | 20% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On-campus |