THE ROLE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION IN ADDRESSING SCIENTIFIC MISCONCEPTIONS

Authors

  • Anazodo Onyinye Stella Department of Science Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
  • Chukwuemeka Chisom Vivian Department of Science Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.

Keywords:

Science, communication, Science Communication, scientific misconceptions.

Abstract

Science communication serves as a crucial bridge between scientific knowledge and 
public understanding. With the widespread dissemination of information through 
various media, scientific misconceptions have become increasingly prevalent. This 
paper explores the essential roles of science communication in correcting and 
preventing these misconceptions. The paper concludes that effective science 
communication is indispensable in combating misconceptions and promoting 
informed decision-making in society.

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Published

2026-07-10

How to Cite

THE ROLE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION IN ADDRESSING SCIENTIFIC MISCONCEPTIONS. (2026). UNIZIK Journal of STM Education, 1(1), 185-198. https://journals.unizik.edu.ng/jstme/article/view/8503

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