The potential of comics in science communication

Visual narratives, such as comics and animations, are becoming increasingly popular as a tool for science education and communication. Combining the benefits of visualization with powerful metaphors and character-driven narratives, comics have the potential to make scientific subjects more accessibl...

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Published inJournal of science communication Vol. 17; no. 1; p. Y01
Main Author Farinella, Matteo
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Trieste Sissa Medialab srl / Scuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati 01.01.2018
Scuola Internazionale Superiore di Studi Avanzati
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Comic books
Comics
Communication
Methods
Narratives
Science education
Scientific communication
Visualization
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Summary:Visual narratives, such as comics and animations, are becoming increasingly popular as a tool for science education and communication. Combining the benefits of visualization with powerful metaphors and character-driven narratives, comics have the potential to make scientific subjects more accessible and engaging for a wider audience. While many authors have experimented with this medium, empirical research on the effects of visual narratives in science communication remains scarce. This review summarizes the available evidence across disciplines, highlighting the cognitive mechanisms that may underlie the effects of visual narratives.
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ISSN:1824-2049
1824-2049
DOI:10.22323/2.17010401