Libro de Actas del III Congreso Latinoamericano y del Caribe e Investigación en Educación Superior- LatinSoTL- 2025

74 (2024) compellingly argue that transformative science education must transcend traditional deficit approaches by actively incorporating three key dimensions: (1) intentional engagement with conceptual conflicts, (2) strategic use of representational pluralism, and (3) constructive acknowledgment of the parallel existence between intuitive reasoning and scientific models. This paradigm shift reflects contemporary constructivist perspectives that recognize learners' pre-existing conceptual frameworks as valuable starting points for knowledge reconstruction rather than obstacles to be overcome. By fostering dialogic interactions and reflective teaching, the outreach workshops create opportunities for conceptual growth that are both durable and transformative. In conclusion, the "Molecular Approaches to Protein Analysis in Health and Disease" outreach initiative represents a replicable model for graduate education, illustrating how outreach can serve as a meaningful pedagogical intervention that enhances science communication, promotes academic and civic engagement, and prepares students for careers in teaching, research, and public service. Through experiential learning and deliberate practice, graduate students evolve into educators and ambassadors of science, equipped to inspire the next generation of learners and thinkers. Keywords: Experiential Learning, Science Communication, Graduate Education, Molecular Biology Outreach Potvin, P., & Bélanger, M. (2024). Could recent advances and new perspectives in science education and conceptual change improve public understanding of science? Frontiers In Communication , 9 . https://doi.org/10.3389/fcomm.2024.1404875 Categories 6. Ciencias, Químicas y Matemáticas