scientific literacy is the knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts and processes required...
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Is this something that only people in the scientific community need? NO Every person should be able to understand and discern if information they are being given is valid! We are bombarded with information much of which is biased, half-truths, or completely unfounded.TRANSCRIPT
SCIENCE LITERACY
WHAT IS IT?
Scientific literacy is the knowledge and understanding of scientific
concepts and processes required for personal decision making,
participation in civic and cultural affairs, and economic productivity. It
also includes specific types of abilities.
WHO NEEDS IT?Is this something that only people in the
scientific community need?NO
Every person should be able to understand and discern if information
they are being given is valid!We are bombarded with information
much of which is biased, half-truths, or completely unfounded.
EXAMPLES Purchasing anything from soda to a new car.
Is sugar better than artificial sweetners? Which artificial sweetner is better?
What level of emissions does a car have? Does that matter? Is that going to affect the environment?
Making lifestyle choicesHow much should I exercise? What type of exercise? What is the
healthiest diet? Should I buy organic?
Making decisions as a parentShould I immunize my child? Is this medication safe?