The research project focuses on the attitudes and risk perceptions regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF) and the relevance of this topic in educational practice. It examines the level of knowledge and the information needs of teachers and educators on this subject.
In the research project funded by the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS), we focused on teachers' and educators’ attitudes and risk perceptions regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). Teachers and educators who are in close contact with children and adolescents daily are often confronted with questions about EMF and their potential effects. The project aims to assess the level of knowledge, risk perception, and information needs of these professionals regarding EMF. In collaboration with researchers from the LMU Hospital, a cross-sectional study was conducted, including a quantitative online survey and qualitative, guideline-based group discussions. The results aim to help identify and address the information needs of educators regarding better communication of EMF-related information.
Attitudes and risk perceptions of general teachers and educators regarding electromagnetic fields | Relevance of electromagnetic fields in everyday work | Knowledge and information needs regarding electromagnetic fields
Program Coordinator Bachelor Communication Studies
Media socialization • Media literacy • Journalism research • Political communication • Qualitative methods
Program Coordinator Bachelor Communication Studies
Media socialization • Media literacy • Journalism research • Political communication • Qualitative methods
Academic Staff
social media influencer • media pedagogy • media literacy
The project includes several research projects within LMU. That's because it's great and very interdisciplinary.