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Muhammad Yunus Zulkifli, Universitas Indonesia, IndonesiaAbstract
This study investigates educational innovations in science communication aimed at enhancing public understanding and acceptance of environmentally friendly nuclear technology in Indonesia. As global energy transitions increasingly highlight the importance of low-carbon alternatives, nuclear power has re-emerged as a viable option. However, public skepticism and limited scientific literacy pose significant challenges to its acceptance. This research focuses on how nuclear power plants are represented within educational and public discourse, emphasizing the role of nuclear scientists not only as technical experts but also as educators and communicators. The Indonesian Nuclear Society Association (Himpunan Masyarakat Nuklir Indonesia/HIMNI) is examined as a case study, representing a professional community actively involved in public education and outreach. Through activities such as webinars, workshops, media campaigns, and informal learning events, HIMNI seeks to build trust and foster informed dialogue on nuclear issues. Anchored in a constructivist paradigm and utilizing a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, applying triangulation to ensure credibility. The findings reveal that the use of innovative communication tools—including interactive digital technologies, infographics, animation, and social media platforms—plays a vital role in enhancing nuclear science literacy and increasing community engagement. Moreover, integrating artistic and visual elements into educational content contributes to making complex nuclear concepts more accessible and relatable. The study concludes by emphasizing the importance of rethinking science communication as a form of public education and calls for interdisciplinary strategies merging scientific content with effective pedagogical and media practices in the context of nuclear energy development.
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Conference: ACE2025Stream: Interdisciplinary
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Zulkifli M. (2026) Educational Innovation in Science Communication: Enhancing Public Understanding of Environmentally Friendly Nuclear Technology in Indonesia ISSN: 2186-5892 – The Asian Conference on Education 2025: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 703-714) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5892.2026.54
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-5892.2026.54
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