HYPERPARTICULARIZATION OF CONCEPTS, SCIENTIFIC NEGATISM AND THE NATURE OF SCIENCE: an analysis of responses to scientific dissemination texts

Abstract

In the light of the references on hyper-particularization of concepts, types of denialism, and Nature of Science, this work sought to analyze discourses contrary to scientific dissemination materials produced in the period of the COVID-19 pandemic. The comments analyzed were written by readers in response to materials produced in an outreach project. We sought to understand which characteristics can be identified and, with that, weave paths for thinking about science education. It is possible to identify categories that evidence the presence of aspects associated with the three references used and to make considerations about how they are related. In addition to deconstructing the comments, the analysis can support the planning of actions aimed at scientific education and the mitigation of the spread of misinformation.