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Turn on the light on science : a research-based guide to break down popular stereotypes about science and scientists

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"Scientists deserve public recognition. The ways that they are depicted, however, are severely limited in physical and personal traits, helping to establish and enhance stereotypes under the general title of ‘scientist’. These stereotypes range from the arrogant researcher who wants to rule the world, to the lab coat wearing ‘nerdy’ genius, but all generally fall to an extreme view of an existing perception of what a scientist should look and be like. For example, the popular image of ‘a scientist’ overlooks the presence of women almost entirely unless attributed to specific subjects and/or with narrow character depictions. The implications can be far-reaching. Young people, being heavily swayed by what they see and hear in the media, may avoid scientific careers because of these limited or unflattering portrayals of the scientific community, regardless of whether they reflect real life. Based on findings from the Light’13 project, this book examines such stereotypes and questions whether it is possible to adjust people’s perception of scientists and to increase interest in science and scientific careers through a series of specific actions and events."

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509 TUR t

Publisher

London W1T 2JB : Ubiquity Press., 2017

Collation

xvi, 103p.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9781911529057

Classification

509

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Subject(s)

Science--Social aspects
General education
Stereotypes (Social psychology)
Science--Public opinion
Scientists--Public opinion
Scientists--Social aspects

Specific Detail Info

https://library.oapen.org/handle/20.500.12657/31740

Statement of Responsibility

Antonio Tintori, Rossella Palomba

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