Storytelling in Science Film: Narrative Engagement Relates to Greater Knowledge, Interest, and Identification With Science

IF 4.6 1区文学 Q1 COMMUNICATION

Science Communication Pub Date : 2024-08-19 DOI:10.1177/10755470241269885

Emily L. Howell, Shannon L. Behrman, Elliot Kirschner, Sarah S. Goodwin

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Abstract

To explore narrative engagement’s impacts on science communication, we examine a representative sample of U.S. adults randomly assigned to watch one of the four short documentary science films. Our results indicate that narrative engagement—feeling connected to the story world and identifying with characters—predicts a wide range of outcomes relevant to engagement and learning: greater knowledge gain and perceived knowledge and interest, perceiving science in a new way, perceiving science as valuable, and identifying with science. These outcomes typically appeared regardless of viewer demographics. We describe implications and opportunities for research into the impacts of stories and science films for engaging diverse audiences.

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科学电影中的故事讲述：叙事参与与科学知识、兴趣和认同感的提高有关

为了探索叙事参与对科学传播的影响，我们对随机分配观看四部科学纪录短片中的一部的具有代表性的美国成年人样本进行了研究。我们的研究结果表明，叙事参与--感受到与故事世界的联系并认同故事中的人物--预示着一系列与参与和学习相关的结果：更多的知识收获、感知到的知识和兴趣、以新的方式感知科学、感知到科学的价值以及对科学的认同。这些结果通常与观众的人口统计学特征无关。我们阐述了研究故事和科学电影对吸引不同受众的影响的意义和机会。

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Science Communication COMMUNICATION-

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13.50

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4.40%

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期刊介绍： Science Communication is a prestigious journal that focuses on communication research. It is recognized globally for publishing top-quality manuscripts that demonstrate excellent theoretical frameworks and robust methodology. Our journal embraces a broad definition of science, encompassing not only the natural and physical sciences but also social science, technology, environment, engineering, and health. Regardless of the scientific area, effective communication is always the focal point of our investigations. Apart from theoretical and methodological rigor, we place great emphasis on the practical implications of scientific communication. Therefore, we expect all submitted manuscripts to address the real-world applications and significance of their research, alongside theoretical considerations. In summary, Science Communication is an internationally renowned journal dedicated to bridging the gap between science and society. By promoting effective communication in various scientific domains, we strive to engage readers with intriguing research that has tangible implications for the world around us.