The Leaders in Science and Technology Engagement Networks (LISTEN Network) convened a briefing and discussion on the latest data from the Pew Research Center on attitudes toward science. This discussion is intended to be applicable for all professionals who work at the interface of science and society. The conversation was moderated by LISTEN Network manager, […]
This post was produced in collaboration with the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and crossposted on the ACM blog. In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, museums—like so many other institutions and sectors—are being asked to reimagine themselves: Will hands-on exhibits ever be the same? When and how can we reopen safely for our staff and
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With many science and technology center and museum staff working in new ways, redeployed, and furloughed, how are their needs being supported? How are they learning and coping with new roles? How will these extraordinary times shape the future workforce? Join us Tuesday, May 19 at 9:00 a.m. PDT / 12:00 p.m. EDT for an
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This event has been rescheduled from June 10, 2020.With many science and technology center and museum staff working in new ways, redeployed, and furloughed, how can your needs be best supported? Are you being asked to learn and cope with a new role? How will these extraordinary times shape your future career trajectory? Staff members
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With many science center and museum staff working in new ways, redeployed, and furloughed, how are you supporting their needs? How are they learning and coping with new roles? How will these extraordinary times shape your future workforce? Supervisors and managers are invited to join this informal hangout to discuss what competencies they want to
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Safety for staff and visitors is always a high priority at science and technology centers and museums. As these institutions plan for re-opening after mandated closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, updating and changing safety protocols, including cleaning procedures, will require thoughtful consideration and planning. Join a small group of your peers for one of
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Safety for staff and visitors is always a high priority at science and technology centers and museums. As these institutions plan for re-opening after mandated closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, updating and changing safety protocols will require thoughtful consideration and planning. Join a small group of your peers for one of two 90-minute informal discussions:
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As science and technology centers and museums plan for re-opening, they will be confronted with a number of challenges that require thoughtful consideration and planning. ASTC is hosting a series of discussions to support peer-to-peer sharing around timely topics. The first topic, “Building Operations,” is focused on supporting returning staff, welcoming the community back into
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As science and technology centers and museums plan for re-opening, they will be confronted with a number of challenges that require thoughtful consideration and planning. ASTC is hosting a series of discussions to support peer-to-peer sharing around timely topics. The first topic, “Building Operations,” is focused on supporting returning staff, welcoming the community back into
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On May 6, 2020, ASTC convened panelists from science and technology centers and museums to discuss the approaches our field has been using to virtually engage communities, develop new digital experiences, and design and scale online learning while museums are closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Conversation focused around four main themes
PreK–5th grade science center educators are taking their hands-on programs to Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, video and more! Learn about fun (and tasty) activities using items you can find in your kitchen during this discussion with members of the Leadership Team of GrowingGreat Veggies & Fruits: A National STEM Education Program.Presenters from the Discovery Center at
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Without their families’ help, children can’t do science experiments at home, plant seeds or even have access to veggies and fruits. How does your science center adapt programs to engage parents so that learning and healthy snacking continues? Do you use take-home pieces to inform parents about what their children learned? Do parents participate alongside
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Led by GrowingGreat, STEM educators who work with PreK–5th grade students are addressing under-resourced families’ lack of access to fresh and green space by reinventing education programs. More and more, science center educators are taking kids outdoors with programs that allow them to experience living, growing plants and animals while engaging in scientific inquiry.But can
The ASTC Annual Conference is one of the premier annual events for science-engagement professionals and leaders in science and technology centers and museums as well as allied organizations across North America and around the world.ASTC is committed to making this year’s Annual Conference as accessible as possible to the community, reflecting the deep impact many
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