128. Public Trust in Science: Communication, Values & Engagement

About this lesson

Welcome to Module 7.7: Public Trust in Science. In this final session, we explore how trust between science and society is formed, challenged, and rebuilt. Designed for college students, this video dives into scientific literacy, communication barriers, and strategies for engaging the public amid rising misinformation and skepticism.

Key Takeaways

Understand how scientific literacy and information sources shape public trust.

Explore factors like values alignment, past experiences, and institutional reputation in trust-building.

Learn practical ways to build trust through transparency, empathy, and stakeholder engagement.

This module is essential for future researchers and science communicators working to connect science with real-world impact.

Lesson notes

Full written notes for this lesson are in production. Until they publish, watch the video above and use the summary on this page as your study guide.