Lower secondary school students' scientific literacy and their proficiency in identifying and appraising health claims in news media: a secondary analysis using large-scale survey data. [PDF]
BMJ Open, 2019 Nordheim LV +4 more
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People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract Volunteers have been involved in nature observations for decades through citizen science initiatives, providing large data sets as well as problem identification that allow a more complete understanding of many natural phenomena. Although communication is a core component in citizen science, the key factors that determine its effectiveness in ...
Kristiina Gibson +18 more
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A Progressive Reading, Writing, and Artistic Module to Support Scientific Literacy. [PDF]
J Microbiol Biol Educ, 2016 Stockwell SB.
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People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract Alongside the rise of the evidence‐based conservation movement over the past 20 years, environmental education (EE) has emerged as a worthwhile strategy to achieve conservation goals. EE can help develop the societal attitudes, knowledge, skills, behaviours and norms that address conservation and environmental challenges and build deeper ...
Nicole M. Ardoin +4 more
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Student performance on the Test of Scientific Literacy Skills (TOSLS) does not change with assignment of a low-stakes grade. [PDF]
BMC Res Notes, 2018 Segarra VA +5 more
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Drivers of change in human–wildlife relationships: Southern Africa as an example
People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract Human–wildlife relationships (HWRs) are changing globally in response to shifts in ecological dynamics and societal values, often resulting in contestation. With an increasing need to enable human–wildlife coexistence, it is essential to better understand the drivers of change in HWRs.
Dian Spear
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Can I still eat it? Using problem-based learning to test the 5-second rule and promote scientific literacy. [PDF]
FEMS Microbiol Lett, 2018 Hussa EA.
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Awe in nature fosters science identity and belonging in participatory scientists during an eclipse
People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract The interactions between people and nature are complex, with research suggesting that people often report feeling awe in nature, including in relation to eclipses. Less is known about if feelings of awe in nature can drive science outcomes. The current study aimed to understand the relationship between observing a total eclipse in nature, awe ...
Kelly Lynn Mulvey +9 more
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Balancing risk and reward—Perceptions of bats and their ecological role in Reunion island
People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract Context: Bats provide vital ecosystem services but can also generate disservices or sanitary concerns, particularly where human–bat interactions are frequent. Understanding public perceptions of bats is essential for effective conservation and risk communication.
Rachel Leong +2 more
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Negative symbolism of wildlife shapes human–nature coexistence: The plight of owls in Nigeria
People and Nature, EarlyView.Abstract Human–wildlife coexistence in culturally diverse landscapes requires understanding how socio‐cultural processes shape perceptions and behaviours towards conservation‐priority species. This study examines perceptions, belief‐based uses and conservation attitudes towards owls in communities surrounding six Protected Areas in Nigeria, addressing ...
Iniunam Aniefiok Iniunam +5 more
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