Science vs. “Science”
The way in which the term science has been used over the years has changed. Although the word science is still used in the traditional sense, it has also been marketed in other ways.
Discussion
Watch the following video as a class; discuss the included prompts in pairs, in groups, or as a class.
Watch the following video as a class; discuss the included prompts in pairs, in groups, or as a class.
- What defines science?
- How is science abused in the media today?
- How we distinguish between science and “science”?
- What are some of the obstacles young scientists face?
- What are some strategies to search for accurate scientific research?
- Can you disagree with science? If so, how?
- How does objectivity relate to science?
- What is your favorite branch of science? How does it relate to all other branches of science?
Exercise
For further practice, open the optional writing Exercise.