a growing number of students embracing flat Earth theories

“Across the country, teachers are grappling with an unexpected and challenging trend: a growing number of students embracing flat Earth theories.

This phenomenon, fueled by the proliferation of misinformation on social media, has left educators in a state of frustration and disbelief. Teachers find themselves having to debunk widely accepted scientific facts, such as the Earth's spherical shape, in the face of students adamantly defending pseudoscientific ideas.

The situation has sparked widespread concern among educators, who worry about the broader implications for science education and critical thinking skills. The struggle to counter these misconceptions underscores the urgent need for effective science communication and media literacy in today's digital age.”
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