The Cognitive Differences and Integration Paths of Science Communication from a Cross-Cultural Perspective - Enlightenment from the Comparison of Science Education in China and Germany
摘要
This paper explores cognitive differences and integration paths in scientific communication between China and Germany.Methods: Stratified sampling was used to collect 2,000 valid questionnaires from six cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt). A combination of 50 Likert 5-point scales, semi-structured interviews (25 participants), and statistical analysis (ANOVA, structural equation modeling, multivariate regression) were applied. Results: Both countries show positive scientific attitudes. The online knowledge acceptance rate in China is 65.2%, while in Germany it is 42.3%. Germany’s participation in science popularization activities (40.1%) and book usage (38.6%) is higher than China’s. In terms of communication effect, China’s knowledge growth score is 3.82, while Germany’s interest enhancement score is 4.13, significantly outperforming China’s 3.71. Path analysis reveals that cultural values (path coefficient 0.45) impact cognitive differences through the education system and social environment, with education synergy (β = 0.52) being the main factor for integration. Conclusion: Cognitive differences between China and Germany are shaped by “culture-education-society” factors. Educational collaboration improves knowledge integration by 42%, and cultural adaptation strategies enhance the retention of Chinese science programs in Germany by 42%. This research offers a quantitative foundation and practical solutions for cross-cultural scientific exchanges.