ERIC Number: EJ1416070
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Publication Date: 2024
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Science Fiction Fan Conventions as Places to Communicate Science
Gina Childers; Donna Governor; Kania Greer; Vaughan James
Research in Science Education, v54 n2 p149-166 2024
Science fiction conventions are places where the convergence of science fiction and science is discussed within diverse communities. Many of these science fiction conventions offer programming focused on science, often described as "science tracks," for science experts to share their experiences, expertise, scientific findings, and applications related to current research in connection to science fiction with the public. Framing the study within a socio-cultural context, this study surveyed experts' (n = 19) perceived beliefs of science communication at science fiction conventions. Experts cited "accessibility" and "promoting scientific curiosity" as the greatest benefits and identified "misconceptions" or "misinterpretation" by the audience as challenges. Overall, experts agreed that "communicating science is important" and "science fiction has a great impact on science." Because of the public access to experts, it is important to highlight the potential influence science fiction conventions may have on science communication via socio-cultural experiences and contexts within popular culture.
Descriptors: Science Fiction, Conferences (Gatherings), Scientific Concepts, Scientific Literacy, Popular Culture, Access to Information, Communication (Thought Transfer), Public Relations, Audiences, Science Education
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