Popular Science as a Means of Emotional Engagement with the Scientific Community
Journal: International Journal of Science Culture and Sport (IntJSCS) (Vol.4, No. 1)Publication Date: 2016-03-26
Authors : Olga A PILKINGTON;
Page : 118-125
Keywords : Science popularization; reader engagement; emotional engagement; knowledge theory;
Abstract
This article explores a debate (and its origins) which is taking place around the issue of science popularization. Although the participants are all describing popularization in various ways, the heart is in what makes a good popularization. The notion of this has changed from the 19th century view, which called for a simple and easy-to-understand text, to a more modern view, which suggests a good popularization engages the reader emotionally. This discussion might also be seen in a context of a more profound debate of science experts versus general public and what science and scientific knowledge mean to each group. The exploration of this relationship suggests a shift in the role lay public plays in science.
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