Public Seminar Series: Rethinking scientific literacy in an era of pandemics, conspiracies and climate emergencies

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Abstract

Recent events have called into question the adequacy of the science education offered in schools in the UK and elsewhere. The evidence suggests that, despite studying science at primary and secondary school, significant numbers of the public seem unfamiliar with some basic but important facts. A related issue is that trust in science and scientists is not as strong as might be expected in a developed country. Rather than carry on as though there is not really a problem, Justin Dillon will argue that we need to rethink what and how we teach science in schools. We also need to value what museums, science centres, botanic gardens, etc., can do to help. Finally, we need to examine what science and environmental education offer in terms of addressing the wicked problems facing society.

In-person booking link: https://forms.office.com/e/JrDdaDT9Ma
Zoom booking link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lGb2k0X0SISeKInC0kwFRw

Event Details

Monday 3 June 2024
17:00 - 18:30
Seminar Room G/H
Public
Public Seminar Series 2023/24
Department of Education

Event Speakers

Professor Justin Dillon

Organiser

Dr Ian Thompson