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The goal of our ongoing research is to identify strengths and weaknesses of high school level science fair and improvements that can help science educators make science fair a more...
DATE: February 13th, 2020
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The goal of our research is to identify strengths and weaknesses of high school level science fair and improvements that might enhance learning outcomes based on empirical assessment of student...
DATE: August 10th, 2018
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This article follows the New York State Afterschool Network (NYSAN) as it develops a framework for program quality and related assessment tools. It suggests ways in which this framework can...
DATE: June 1st, 2010
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For almost two decades, strict accountability measures have been in place across the country. In this literature review, Anderson investigated the effect of accountability on Kâ12 science instruction. He found...
DATE: January 1st, 2015
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This paper discusses the value and place of evaluation amidst increasing demands for impact. We note that most informal learning institutions do not have the funds, staff or expertise to...
DATE: April 28th, 2015
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This paper discusses the value and place of evaluation amidst increasing demands for impact. We note that most informal learning institutions do not have the funds, staff or expertise to...
DATE: April 28th, 2015
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King et al. [2015] argue that âemphasis on impact is obfuscating the valuable role of evaluationâ in informal science learning and public engagement (p. 1). The article touches on a...
DATE: September 29th, 2015
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King et al. [2015] argue that âemphasis on impact is obfuscating the valuable role of evaluationâ in informal science learning and public engagement (p. 1). The article touches on a...
DATE: September 29th, 2015
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This paper reflects on the evaluation of and findings from a nationwide programme of physics engagement activities hosted by 10 science centres across the UK. We discuss our findings indicating...
DATE: October 30th, 2015
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Last month, nearly 1,700 museum and science center professionals from around the world convened in Columbus, OH for the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) annual conference. The ASTC conference brings together an extensive spectrum of informal science education practitioners to share innovations, collaborate on new ideas, participate in a diverse selection of sessions, view exciting ...
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DATE: November 20th, 2015
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In the midst of a debate on access to information, the World Health Organization and the FAO have decided to develop a strategy to guarantee the right of poor countries...
DATE: December 21st, 2003
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In this article, Douglas Simpson, Senior Exhibit Designer and Associate at Cambridge Seven Associates, Inc., provides tips and advice for hiring an exhibit design consultant. Simpson provides resources for finding...
DATE: January 1st, 2007
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This Pathways project will develop and evaluate a new model for a STEM career exploration program for at-risk Hispanic youth and their families in New Mexico where 46% of the...
DATES: September 15th, 2012 - August 31st, 2013
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The Self Reliance Foundation is requesting a $50,000 grant to plan a nationally broadcast Spanish language outreach program for science and environmental education in cooperation with the Hispanic Radio Network...
DATES: May 15th, 1994 - April 30th, 1995
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The Self Reliance Foundation in association with the Hispanic Radio Network over a five year period will produce and distribute a variety of daily Spanish-language radio programs on science education...
DATES: August 15th, 1995 - July 31st, 2000
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The Self-Reliance Foundation (SRF) requests Phase II support from NIH for the "Hispanic Role Model and Science Education Outreach Project." The project's goal is to develop daily, nationally broadcast, Spanish-language...
DATES: September 1st, 1999 - August 31st, 2002
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Hispanic Role Models in Health Careers: Empowering Hispanic Nurses to Leverage Traditional Spanish language and New Social Media to Inspire the Next Generation of Culturally Diverse and Competent Health Care...
DATES: June 15th, 2014 - March 31st, 2019
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The National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN), in association with the Hispanic Communications Network (HCN), proposes to address the shortage of bilingual professionals in all health fields by recruiting and...
DATES: June 15th, 2015 - March 31st, 2019
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This project will create the infrastructure to provide Hispanic media with an ongoing source of high-quality science news tailored to meet the needs and interests of Hispanics. The proposed Hispanic...
DATES: October 1st, 2006 - September 30th, 2010
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In 1995, journalist Dava Sobel's Longitude caused an earthquake in the history of science community. The present article analyses how only recently historians of science have fully realized the novelty...
DATE: March 21st, 2005
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In this article, Phyllis Rabineau, Vice President for Interpretation and Education at the Chicago History Museum, explores the tensions that are unique to history exhibitions. Rabineau shares highlights from conversations...
DATE: January 1st, 2010
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This Knowledge Base article was written collaboratively with contributions from Allison Cosbey and Alice Anderson. This article was migrated from a previous version of the Knowledge Base. The date stamp does not reflect the original publication date. Overview In 2012, the Conner Prairie Interactive History Park began work on the National Science Foundation-funded Prairie Science project [createconnect.org]. Its goal: ...
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DATE: February 1st, 2017
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This is a brief summary of the historical periods described in Jon Coe's 1986 article entitled "Towards a Coevolution of Zoos, Aquariums, and Natural History Museums." Coe traces the history...
DATE: January 1st, 1987
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Before analysing the role of the mediators in relation to scientific education, I deem it important to provide a short overview on how scientific museums evolved from the early curiosity...
DATE: December 21st, 2005
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The digitalization process of historical archives, which has been taking place over the past few years, shows that the study of history of science is undergoing major changes. Easier access...
DATE: June 21st, 2007