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| You meet someone at a party and they ask what you do. You tell them you are a scientist Quickly, they change the topic. On the other hand, ask them whether they are interested in black holes, warp drives, or time travel, and they are fascinated. Most people perceive that they have little interest in science and yet at the same they are remarkably interested in many of the things that science deals with. I will discuss fun ways to overcome the former and exploit the latter, as well as discuss some of the challenges and obstacles to overcoming scientific illiteracy that come from the media and the political arena. A treasure trove of popular misconceptions provides an opportunity for learning as much as it provides a challenge for society. |
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America Competes: Innovations in Science Education for the 21st Century
1:30 PM-4:05 PM, Sunday, April 6, 2008 Morial Convention Center -- Rm. 244/245, Oral
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