Public Mistrust of Research
Example Objectives
1. Discuss the reasons for public trust & distrust of research
2. Identify ways in which we can help the public trust research processes and findings
3. Consider how to communicate controversial research effectively when 'facts don't matter'
Example Session Outline
- Everyone watches/reads two of the four before class:
- Read article by the Washington Post on public distrust of science Links to an external site.
- Read NPRs "Can We Trust Science Links to an external site." article
- Scrutenize the Pew Research Center's page on Links to an external site. attitudes and beliefs towards science
- Read article in Aeon Links to an external site.on public distrust of science.
- Canvas essay quiz before class
- Attached are the two worksheets to complete in groups during class
- During class watch this video and discuss:
- Provide the link below right after class or during class: