Make It Make Sense: How to Make Your Science Accessible

Make It Make Sense: How to Make Your Science AccessibleDESCRIPTION This webinar will cover principles of science communication to facilitate translation of complex science and research for dissemination to broad audiences. We will primarily focus on strategies for preparing effective conference presentations and high quality grant proposals. We will explore approaches for dealing with writer's block, summarizing while maintaining accuracy and constructing a story. Importantly, the goal of this webinar is

DESCRIPTION
This webinar will cover principles of science communication to facilitate translation of complex science and research for dissemination to broad audiences. We will primarily focus on strategies for preparing effective conference presentations and high-quality grant proposals. We will explore approaches for dealing with writer's block, summarizing while maintaining accuracy and constructing a story. Importantly, the goal of this webinar is not to provide a one-size-fits-all approach to science communication, but rather to help learners identify their preferred strategies for science communication to become more effective writers and presenters.

INSTRUCTORS (click on the name below to read faculty bio)
Matthew Russo, PhD

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Identify strategies for writing and editing effective scientific communication
2. Describe how to effectively communicate complex topics through accessible presentations and written materials tailored to broad audiences

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Speech-Language Pathologists

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapists:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID #15795. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at 1.5 contact hours, 0.15 CEUs [introductory level, professional issues]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 6/9/2026.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Speech-Language Pathologists: 
Disclosures: 
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Matthew Russo, PhD Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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