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Day 2:

Science, Pseudoscience, and Belief

Scientists, science educators and journalists may understand the difference between science, pseudoscience, and belief — but does the general public? The debate over evolution versus “intelligent design” offers a highly visible example of where the differences matter; but an ability to distinguish science from non-science is just as important to discussions of global climate change, genome research, and individual health. At the same time, personal beliefs may be extremely important to individuals and, whether or not they are incompatible with scientific evidence, need to be considered. This session will explore strategies for constructive public engagement and the development of appropriate tools for evaluating and utilizing the range of information presented broadly as “science.”

Panel
• Phillip Sadler (Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics), moderator
• Connie Bertka (American Association for the Advancement of Science)
• Lawrence Krauss (Case Western University)
• Eugenie Scott (National Center for Science Education)
• Gerald Wheeler (National Science Teachers Association)

http://www.scienceandsocietyconference.com/overview.php