To continue the discussion around Informal Science Learning, please join authors from April’s special issue and other experts in the field at the 2010 American Association of Museums Conference for the session:
What’s the Evidence Base? Applying the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) Report on Informal Science Learning to the Broader Museum Field
Sunday, May 23, 1:15 PM-2:30 PM
Chaired by:
Andrew Shouse, Associate Director, Institute of Science, University of Washington College of Education, Seattle, WA
Presenters:
Marsha Semmel, Deputy Director for Museums and Director for Strategic Partnerships, Institute of Museum & Library Services, Washington, DC
Cecilia Garibay, Principal, Garibay Group, Chicago, IL
Daniel Spock, Director, MN History Center Museum, The Minnesota Historical Society, Saint Paul, MN
Description:
Participants will explore findings of the NAS report on learning science in informal education, including the evidence base for non-school learning, insight on diversifying participation in informal environments and appropriate learning outcomes for informal learning experiences.
