NABT Statement on Science Media Literacy

May 11, 2023 | by jrpNABT1938

As scientific misinformation continues to spread at an alarming rate, especially with the increased use of AI using language learning models, NABT is joining a growing community of scientific and education experts calling for science media literacy to become an integral part of the science education curriculum.

On April 20, 2023, the NABT Board of Directors voted unanimously to release a statement to our community raising the alarm about the harmful consequences of misinformation. For students to have true science literacy, they must understand science concepts and practices and the "social practices of science such as peer review and reciprocal critique, and the importance of forming a critical consensus."

In addition, NABT will be working to "identify resources, competencies, and best practices that support the teaching and learning of science media literacy in biology and life science classrooms." One of those experts is Dr. Douglas Allchin, whose assistance and recommendations have been instrumental in helping our human NABT leaders address the challenges posed by algorithms, AI, and emerging media technologies.

You can read the full NABT statement at Statement on Science Media Literacy and look for additional announcements and resources in the coming months.