Dear Colleagues,

Many of us are dedicated to enhancing science education. There is no doubt that our students require high-quality science education, especially when addressing pressing issues such as the climate crisis and many others. As the significance of science and evidence continues to grow, there is a simultaneous trend of questioning the relevance of science and the role of evidence. Science education plays a pivotal role here as well: where else should the public learn about the essence of science and how to discern trustworthy evidence from unreliable sources?

We are pleased to announce a Special Issue that endeavors to tackle significant questions such as: what does the future hold for science education, and how can we mold the path of science instruction? This Special Issue, entitled "Shaping the Future of Science Education," welcomes original research articles and reviews. We invite contributions that approach the future of this discipline from a theoretical perspective, delving into areas such as the impact of digitalization on education, addressing core challenges like the climate crisis, and presenting innovative approaches to teaching and learning science. While the primary emphasis is on empirical studies, we also extend our invitation to studies that have developed and tested novel educational materials, thereby offering valuable insights to the field.

We eagerly anticipate receiving your submissions. Should you be uncertain about the fit of your study for this Special Issue, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Prof. Dr. Christoph Kulgemeyer
Guest Editor

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• science education
• teaching material
• empirical studies