Actions for popularization, dissemination of scientific information and approximation with society

Abstract

It presents the results of a study that aimed to suggest actions to popularize, disseminate science and bring scientific knowledge closer to society. To propose these actions, a literature review was carried out with classic and contemporary authors of the themes in focus, as well as an exploratory approach, aiming to broaden reflections and understanding on how to build the paths outlined in this investigation. The results demonstrate that it is necessary to implement actions to popularize science, establishing partnerships between teaching and research institutions, government agencies, museums, science centers, libraries in order to develop different actions such as: lectures and events open to the public; classes and debates with topics of interest to the community; periodic visits to schools to hold conversation circles; debates, workshops, courses and training for different audiences; elaboration of videos and informative content, approaching topics relevant to the daily life of the population; creation of research groups, including scientists and society; between others. In the end, it is understood that these actions of approximation with society emerge in a scenario of urgent attention, regarding the elaboration of public policies, aiming to change a reality of distance, of lack of criticality, of the propagation of false news, of miraculous and fanciful cures and disbelief in scientific advances.