1.Yuxi Normal University, Yuxi 653100, China;2.College of Education, Shaanxi Normal University, Xian 710062, China;3.School of Physical Science, Xinjiang Technology University, Hetian 848023, China
This study employs a mixed-method approach, combining questionnaire surveys with semi-structured in⁃terviews, to investigate the current state and cultivation pathways of earthquake science popularization literacy among normal university students. A survey of 724 normal students and 12 compulsory education teachers in Yun⁃nan Province was conducted. The results indicate that: The overall level of earthquake preparedness and disaster re⁃duction knowledge literacy among normal students is relatively low (16.9%), characterized by "adequate basic knowledge but a lack of cutting-edge understanding"; a significant "knowing-action gap" exists within the dimension of frequent information exposure yet poor information discernment(52.89% vs 33.65%); the competency dimension presents a structural imbalance characterized by "high information exposure but low discernment ability"(83.66% vs 39.00%); cultivation needs are highly concentrated on practical disaster prevention skills(56.25%). Qualitative analysis reveals that these issues stem from a fragmented knowledge system, deficient practical training mechanisms and vacancies in general education systems. Consequently, this paper proposes a three-in-one cultivation framework integrating "curriculum integration, university-institution cooperation, and practice orientation. " It further recom⁃mends a synergistic "institution-resources-cultivation" mechanism involving collaborative efforts from government, seismological authorities, and normal universities. This study aims to provide both theoretical and practical referenc⁃es for transforming the cultivation of science popularization literacy among normal students from a paradigm of"knowledge imparting" to one of "competence development."