Resource for science journalists providing tools and training.
Every story is a science story. Yet fewer than 3 percent of journalists are trained to cover science, health, or the environment—and access to such training is both scarce and inequitable. The Open Notebook equips journalists with the skills, tools, and community support they need to produce evidence-based reporting that informs the public and empowers society.
The Science Reporting Navigator is an interactive toolkit designed in partnership with the Reynolds Journalism Institute to help journalists on any beat confidently incorporate scientific evidence, perspectives, or context into their reporting—no matter their background or deadline.
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We’ve published more than 600 articles on the craft of science journalism, including reported features on topics such as finding story ideas, conducting effective interviews, and telling stories that have enduring impact, as well as story-behind-the-story interviews.
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The Open Notebook‘s Covering Science peer-mentoring program is a diverse community of practice for local and general assignment reporters and editors who may not have a background in science but are interested in adding more scientific perspectives to their stories.
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To help make it easier for journalists on deadline to incorporate scientific evidence and perspectives into their coverage, The Open Notebook and SciLine have teamed up to distill key science reporting skills into a series of quick-hit resources.
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The Open Notebook’s Science Journalism Master Classes will help you sharpen your ability to find and vet story ideas, craft effective pitches, report and write impactful stories, spot scientific hype, conduct effective interviews, and more.
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We offer practical, customizable trainings that help reporters and editors deepen their ability to interpret scientific evidence, include expert voices, and cover complex topics accurately, clearly, and with nuance. Our highly interactive workshops are designed to meet journalists where they are, whether they specialize in science or cover any other beat.
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