Lecture No More! Creative Ways to Engage New Audiences and Encourage Dialogue

For almost five years, COSEE Florida has been experimenting with new and creative ways of engaging ocean scientists with dialogue-driven outreach events. From science cafes and science festivals to science trivia nights and guerrilla-style events, COSEE Florida has been actively pursuing new ways of reaching under-tapped audiences. This presentation will highlight various models of outreach events – including both homeruns and failures to launch – and will share lessons learned and feedback from both ocean scientist and audience participants.