Episode 2 - Gale Sinatra
Journal
Sustainability Education Podcast
Type
digital resource
Date Issued
2024-06
Author(s)
Abstract
In this episode of the Sustainability Education Podcast, Gale Sinatra shares her insights on combating misinformation and myths in education, particularly regarding sustainability. She clarifies the differences between misinformation, disinformation, misconceptions, and myths, highlighting the importance of understanding these terms to address the spread of false information effectively. She discusses the psychological aspects of science denial and emphasizes the significance of (healthy) skepticism. She addresses common myths about sustainability and education, pointing out that sustainability is broader than just ecological concerns and involves human interaction with nature. Dr. Sinatra criticizes the notion of doomerism and the false dichotomy between individual actions versus systemic change in combating climate change, advocating for a balanced view that recognizes the value of both. She also tackles educational myths, such as learning styles, and the importance of debunking these misconceptions through effective strategies like refutation texts and fostering an environment of intentional conceptual change. Furthermore, Dr. Sinatra highlights the societal and institutional forces that perpetuate myths and underscores the role of trust and critical engagement in overcoming misinformation. The discussion culminates in the exploration of the future of education and myth research, particularly the challenge of confronting misinformation, and offers resources for further reading on the subject.
Language
English (United States)
Keywords
Sustainability
Education
Podcast
Myth
Fact
Evidence
Misinformation
Misconception
Debunking
Prebunking
ConceptualChange
Research
Psychology
Learning
Instruction
OpenScience
OER
Expert
Interview
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Division(s)
Contact Email Address
stefan.siegel@unisg.ch