Myth and Science, 2023-24
The inaugural year of Ideas That Matter took place in 2023-24, and the theme was Myth and Science, inspired by the multiple eclipses visible from the area during the academic year.
Myth and science as an Idea That Matters invites participation and investigation beyond the phenomenon of a solar eclipse, as well, into topics such as conspiracy theories, mythology, bioethics, and science communication.
This year-long program included events, educational opportunities and resources for the entire Geneseo community. The collection here highlights curriculum developed by Geneseo faculty exploring a variety of aspects of myth and science.
Submissions from 2023
How Do We Address Misinformation?: Applying Philosophy to the Problem, Jonathan Auyer
Science, Physicalism, and Supernaturalism, Carlo Filice
Behind the Headlines: Strategies for Critical Consumption of Science News, Mackenzie Gerringer
From Alchemy to Algorithms: The Legacy of John Dee's Occult Magic in Digital Age, George Goga
Separating Conspiracy Theories, Misinformation, and Pseudoscience from Supported Fact, David Hahn
Why Evidence Will Never Convince Someone the World Isn't Flat: the Certainty of Misinformation, Jason Ozubko
Bioethics and Vaccines: Scientific Facts, Values, and Conflict, Amanda Roth
Myth, Creationism, and Science in Public School Science Curricula, Dennis Showers