From The Conversation · Dena K. Seidel · · 1m
Students Create Science Documentaries to Boost STEM Trust
Students co-create documentaries with scientists to deepen STEM belonging and public trust in science.
In brief
Students co-create documentaries with scientists to deepen STEM belonging and public trust in science. Students making science documentaries with researchers increases STEM confidence and public trust in science. Originally reported by The Conversation.
Science-in-action model
Students create documentaries with scientists to show real research processes.
Rutgers lab pairs students with scientists
Students earn experiential learning credit while co-creating science documentaries.
Trust building process
Scientists and students build trust through shared respect and co-creation steps.
Documentary creation steps
Students analyze footage, verify science with scientists, and share final films.
Documentaries reach wide audiences
Films air on Netflix, PBS, and Smithsonian exhibits for public science education.
Public trust increases
Viewers' understanding of climate change rose from 71% to 91% after watching films.
Students gain STEM confidence
Students who felt 'not smart enough' now see themselves as scientists.
Documentaries released in 2027
Mysteries of 9° North will be released to the public in early 2:07.
At a glance
Students making science documentaries with researchers increases STEM confidence and public trust in science.
