Linking early science interest and informal science experiences

January 1, 2014 | Public Programs, Exhibitions, Informal/Formal Connections

This study considers the relationship between preschoolers’ early exposure to informal science experiences and their interest in science, with particular attention paid to gender differences. A longitudinal study of children ages 4 to 7 found that early science interest was a strong predictor of later parent-provided opportunities to engage in science learning.

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Melissa Ballard

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Afterschool Alliance

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Resource Type: Research Brief

Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM

Audience: Pre-K Children (0-5) | Elementary School Children (6-10) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Public Programs | Exhibitions | Informal/Formal Connections

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