Despite the recent outpouring of writing on the history, philosophy and sociology of science, and its significance for science education, the school science curriculum continues to promote some grossly distorted views of science and scientists. Ten common myths are identified, seven of which are discussed in detail. The article concludes with a plea for teachers to present a more authentic view of science and a more appealing image of scientists as one step towards attracting a wider range of students to science.
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