Public Awareness of Science, Technology & Innovation (STI) Malaysia
Background
TMASTIC conducted a study of interests in, attitudes, knowledge, understanding and awareness of the Malaysian people towards STI. This study does not directly measure the extent of public involvement and acceptance of STI programs implemented by the Government.
Public Awareness Study was carried out by MASTIC in the biennial since 1996 and the last time in 2019. Beginning in 2008, this study is held once every Malaysia Plan, considering into the trend does not show much change if conducted biennially.
The findings of this study is important for policy makers to plan and implement appropriate strategies to ensure that STI is easy to understand and more appealing to civil society in Malaysia. Otherwise the public will benefit through an effective STI, which it will have a positive impact on social and economic development.
Scope and Methodology
This term is used in the same manner as the term professed interest as used in the NSF surveys in the United States to enable for international comparisons.
Data collection were performed using a questionnaire developed by MASTIC and filled in by enumerators through personal interviews with respondents. This method is to ensure that the data collected reflect the actual level of public knowledge on STI.
Definition
Definitions of the terms used in this survey:
Current Status of Recent Study
The latest Public Awareness Study on Science, Technology and Innovation was published in 2023.
