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Cuevas S, Liu Q(K, Qian H, Joffe ME, Calvitti K, Schladt M, Skaar EP, Oliver KH. How to design an art-science program? Self-reported benefits for artists and scientists in the VI4 artist-in-residence program. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0279183. [PMID: 36584033 PMCID: PMC9803234 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0279183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
Abstract
While many new programs bridge the arts and sciences, a data-based examination of art-science program design can lead to more efficient programming. The Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation Artist-in-Residence program is a virtual program that brings together undergraduate student "artists" and faculty-level "scientists" to generate science-art content. We have recruited over 80 artists and 50 scientists to collaborate in creating visual science communication content. Using self-reported data from both groups, we performed qualitative and quantitative analyses to define sources for negative and positive experiences for artists and scientists. We also identify areas for improvement and key features for in producing a positive experience. We found that artists participants had more positive responses about "learning something new" from the program than scientists. We also found that for both artists and scientists the length of the program and the virtual nature were identified as key features that could be improved. However, the most surprising aspect of our analysis suggests that for both "way of thinking" and "science communication to the public or general audience," were seen as significant beneficial gains for scientists compared to artists. We conclude this analysis with suggestions to enhance the benefits and outcomes of an art-science program and ways to minimize the difficulties, such as communication and collaboration, faced by participants and program designers.
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Affiliation(s)
- Skylar Cuevas
- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America
- Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States of America
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States of America
- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Sciences, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
- Vanderbilt’s Innovation Center the Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
- The Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
- Department of Pharmacology, Basic Sciences School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, United States of America
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Castillo S, Calvitti K, Shoup J, Rice M, Lubbock H, Oliver KH. Production Processes for Creating Educational Videos. CBE Life Sci Educ 2021; 20:es7. [PMID: 33944619 PMCID: PMC8734383 DOI: 10.1187/cbe.20-06-0120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2020] [Revised: 03/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
Abstract
Asynchronous video-based educational resources allow for increased course material engagement. In today's climate, educators are encouraged to create videos for online instruction but are typically given limited production guidance. Few formal resources exist to guide educators for high-quality video production in a non-studio setting. This article is a how-to guide for producing videos using widely available primary resources through three steps: preproduction, production, and postproduction. During preproduction, educators consider style and project scope, including the "what, how, and why" of the content. For production, we have provided information on the set, light, sounds, and video equipment needed for optimizing video production in a non-studio setting. Finally, during postproduction, the educator considers how to combine and edit the video as well as organize content. Overall, this article is an approachable guide to help educators begin their low-budget video-production journeys.
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Affiliation(s)
- Stephanie Castillo
- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Science
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- Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232
- Vanderbilt Institute of Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232
- Master of Liberal Arts and Science Program, College of Arts and Science, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL 60607
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- Basic Sciences, School of Medicine, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232
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- Biomedical Visualization, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL 60607
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- Department of Teaching and Learning, Peabody College, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232
- **The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232
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- Communication of Science and Technology Program, College of Arts and Science
- **The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232
- Department of Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37232
- Vanderbilt Institute of Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232
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