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Title: Oh, the Places We Learn! Exploring Interest in Science at Science Fiction Conventions
Language: English
Authors: Childers, Gina M. (ORCID 0000-0002-1717-3472), Governor, Donna (ORCID 0000-0002-9906-0681), Greer, Kania (ORCID 0000-0003-3522-981X), James, Vaughan (ORCID 0000-0002-2683-5917)
Source: Electronic Journal for Research in Science & Mathematics Education. Win 2022-2023 26(4):40-61.
Availability: Southwestern University and Texas Christian University. TCU Box 297900, Fort Worth, TX 76129. Tel: 817-257-6115; e-mail: ICRSME.Consultation@gmail.com; Web site: http://ejrsme.icrsme.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 22
Publication Date: 2023
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Science Fiction, Conferences (Gatherings), Science Interests, STEM Careers, Informal Education, Science Education, Information Utilization, Adults
ISSN: 2692-241X
Abstract: Science fiction conventions are places where individuals with an interest in diverse genres and mediums can engage with a community that bridges the world of science fiction and fact. Many of these conventions provide a science "track" where science experts share their expertise and research on scientific findings and applications of science with science fiction enthusiasts. This study explored science fiction conference attendees' (n = 241) interest in science, as well as how attendees (n = 172) plan to utilize science shared at science track sessions. Survey responses were analyzed within "STEM career" groups by comparing science track and non-science track attendees, and documenting what science track attendees plan to do with the information gained at a science track session. There were no differences in how science track attendees and non-science track attendees with STEM careers reported their interest in science. For the attendees that did not report having a career related to STEM, science track participants reported higher interest scores than non-science track attendees. Over half of the science track attendees (66%) shared they will apply what they learned from a science track session to their own personal context. Furthermore, the demographics of the survey respondents may suggest that science fiction conventions are an untapped science learning environment connecting to a younger, more diverse community. Overall, recognizing the benefit of science fiction conventions is crucial to provide spaces for accessible venues of science communication to foster an interest in science for a diverse, public audience.
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Entry Date: 2023
Accession Number: EJ1378391
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