When Educational Myths Are Better as Their Reputation. Harnessing Misconceptions as Learning Opportunities and Catalysts
Journal
Evidence-informed Sustainability Education (EvSusEd)
Type
digital resource
Date Issued
2025-03-14
Author(s)
Abstract
Educational myths are often seen as obstacles—misconceptions that mislead and sustain ineffective practices. But what if they also offer learning opportunities? This text explores how myths can be used to foster deeper learning, critical thinking, and conceptual change.
Language
English (United States)
Keywords
education
myth
misconception
learning
instruction
evidence
fact
constructivism
debunking
prebunking
mythbusting
cognitive dissonance
critical thinking
conceptual change
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
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Contact Email Address
stefan.siegel@unisg.ch