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Monya Baker

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As seen in: Issues in Science and Technology, British Journal of Cancer, Nature, Scientific American, Slate, UNDARK, The Open Notebook
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Cómo construir relaciones cuando editas a expertos

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By Monya Baker Verified
| The Open Notebook
Read in English Este artículo fue traducido por Inés Gutiérrez Jaber y editado por Rodrigo Pérez Ortega. Resumen Editar textos de expertos, como investigadores académicos, requiere muchas de las mismas habilidades que se requieren en la edición de textos de periodistas. Sin embargo, esta labor a menudo requiere una mayor familiarización previa con las normas periodísticas y una explicación más detallada de las correcciones para garantizar un proceso fluido.
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Building Relationships While Editing Experts

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By Monya Baker Verified
| The Open Notebook
Léelo en Español Summary Editing subject-matter experts, such as academic researchers, requires many of the same skills as editing journalists. But the craft often demands more upfront orientation to journalistic norms and explanation of edits to ensure a smooth process. One of the most crucial steps is establishing a relationship of trust and collaboration between editor and expert.
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Lessons for Teaching Evolution

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By Monya Baker Verified, Vol. XLII
| Issues in Science and Technology Verified
As Monya Baker tells the story from a “boots on the ground” perspective of the Kitzmiller vs. Dover case, in “Of Pandas and Science Curriculum” (Issues, Fall 2025), it becomes apparent that the issue of teaching evolution in public schools is much more nuanced than a caricaturized “battle” between faith and science.
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