Department of SociologyandCentre for Policy Research (University of Hyderabad) jointly organised talk on “Popular perceptions about Science, Scientists and Science Education:Let’s hear it from the Colts and Fillies”?byDr. Pranay K Swain,School of Humanities and Social Sciences,National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) Bhubaneswaron16th January 2025.
The talk focused on the way science is taught in Indian schools and educational institutions, highlighting both the content and approach used in classrooms. It also examined how scientists are portrayed in school textbooks, shedding light on the limited recognition given to many Indian scientists who have made significant contributions to the field. Additionally, the talk addressed the issue of gender bias, emphasizing the underrepresentation of women scientists in school textbooks.
