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Learning Science Beyond the Classroom

May 1, 2008 | Public Programs, Exhibitions, Informal/Formal Connections

The article discusses how a visit to a science museum illustrates the concept of informal learning in science education. The author describes a visit to a museum with science educator Jim Kisiel, who comments on how the behavior of museum guests is used to design exhibits. Kisiel discusses the importance of visually interesting displays and the role of signage in educating museum guests. The author suggests that similar concepts apply to science education in the classroom.

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  • Alan Colburn
    Author
    California State University, Long Beach
  • Citation

    ISSN : 0036-8555
    Publication Name: Science Teacher
    Volume: 75
    Number: 5
    Page Number: 10
    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM
    Audience: Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Museum and Science Center Programs | Exhibitions | Museum and Science Center Exhibits | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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