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This research aims to assess South Africa's progress towards increased scientific literacy and engagement.

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May 24, 2026Open Access

TIMSS SA Newsletter: the South African Public Relationship with Science Survey 9(2). April: 1-2

Key Points

This research aims to assess South Africa's progress towards increased scientific literacy and engagement.
Conducted baseline survey to measure science knowledge, attitudes, and engagement.
Analyzed socio-demographic factors influencing scientific attitudes and behaviors.
Planned to track results every five years.
Established baseline values for science knowledge and attitudes in 2022.
Identified key socio-demographic characteristics promoting higher science engagement.
Explored inter-relationships among knowledge, attitudes, and engagement measures.

Abstract

The purpose of the SAPRS Survey is to measure the distance that South Africa has travelled on its journey towards a society that is more scientifically literate and aware. The 2022 results present the baseline values for the science knowledge, attitude and engagement measures which will be tracked every five years. The data is also used to identify the socio-demographic characteristics that promote knowledge, positive attitudes towards S&T, as well as higher science engagement actions and behaviours. Thirdly, we examine the inter-relationships between the knowledge, attitude and engagement measures.

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