Varieties of Awe in Science Communication: Reflexive Thematic Analysis of Practitioners’ Experiences and Uses of This Emotion

IF 4.6 1区文学 Q1 COMMUNICATION

Science Communication Pub Date : 2022-05-20 DOI:10.1177/10755470221098100

Daniel Silva Luna, J. Bering

引用次数: 2

Abstract

Awe is a valued emotion in science communication and assumes a variety of functions in relation to the cultural mandates of the various spaces where it is represented. Based on a reflexive thematic analysis of interviews with 22 science communication practitioners, we constructed seven themes referencing this emotion’s various sociocultural roles in this space. These included the functions of awe in entertainment, curiosity, admiration, revelation, and connection. Drawing from a constructionist view of emotions, we argue that these varieties of awe co-construct many of the differing, and sometimes conflicting, mandates that circulate in the culture of science communication.

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科学传播中的各种敬畏：实践者对这种情感的体验和使用的反思性主位分析

敬畏是科学传播中的一种有价值的情感，并承担着与它所代表的各个空间的文化使命相关的各种功能。基于对22名科学传播从业者访谈的反射性主题分析，我们构建了七个主题，引用了这种情绪在这个空间中的各种社会文化角色。其中包括敬畏在娱乐、好奇、钦佩、启示和联系中的作用。从建构主义的情感观出发，我们认为，这些不同的敬畏共同构成了科学传播文化中流传的许多不同的、有时是冲突的命令。

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来源期刊

Science Communication COMMUNICATION-

CiteScore

13.50

自引率

4.40%

发文量

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.