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The study examined the perception and knowledge of two hundred and five adults from Port Harcourt metropolis in Rivers State on some issues related to science and technlogy. A questionnaire on public perception and knowledge of science and technology was the main data collecting instrument. Overall findings of the study showed; (1) that some adults are not well informed about science and technology; (2) major differences among respondents on the basis of gender; (3) lack of knowledge by adults on aspects of elementary science. These findings and implications for science and technological literacy were discussed.
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Ahiakwo, M.J. An investigation into public perception and knowledge of science and technology in Nigeria. J Sci Educ Technol 5, 155–159 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01575155
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01575155