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Students as science communicators: using podcast creation and reflection via collaborative autoethnography to develop
Nicole C Kelp1, Georgina Concha Paredes2, Lauren Ea2
1Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA.
Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education
|February 10, 2026
Summary
This study trained undergraduate science students in science communication through podcast creation and autoethnography. Students learned to apply communication strategies and grew as scientists and communicators.
Area of Science:
- Science communication training
- Undergraduate science education
- Biology and microbiology education
Background:
- Undergraduate science students need training in science communication for personal and professional development.
- Podcasts serve as a valuable medium for science communication and education.
- Limited research exists on the impact of science podcast production on student podcasters themselves.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a curriculum for undergraduate science students to develop science podcasts.
- To investigate how producing a science podcast influences student podcasters' development.
- To explore the application of strategic and inclusive science communication principles.
Main Methods:
- Students created science podcasts on biology and microbiology topics (e.g., evolution and antibiotic resistance).
- Students engaged in collaborative autoethnography to reflect on their development.
- Thematic analysis was used for focus groups and student reflections.
Main Results:
- Students successfully applied evidence-based science communication strategies.
- Students demonstrated growth as both scientists and science communicators.
- Key themes emerged regarding the reflexive practice and skill development during podcast creation.
Conclusions:
- The curriculum effectively trains undergraduate science students in reflexive science communication practices.
- Podcast creation and autoethnography are valuable pedagogical tools for developing science communicators.
- The findings offer insights for educators seeking to enhance science communication training for students.
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