Turn On The Light On Science: A Research-based Guide To Break Down Popular Stereotypes About Science And Scientists
by Antonio Tintori /
2017 / English / PDF
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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 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 Light13 project, this book examines such stereotypes and questions whether it is possible to adjust peoples perception of scientists and to increase t in science and scientific careers through a series of specific actions and events.
