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A no-conflict approach to informal science education increases community science literacy and engagement

July 30, 2018 | Public Programs

The National Center for Science Education’s Science Booster Club Program piloted a no-conflict approach to free, informal science activities focused on climate change or evolution, holding 64 community events at two sites over the course of 15 months, engaging with more than 70,000 participants. In the participating communities science literacy increased over time as did community engagement as measured by local financial support, requests for programming, and event attendance.

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  • Emily Schoerning
    Author
    National Center for Science Education
  • Citation

    DOI : 10.22323/2.17030205
    ISSN : 1824-2049
    Publication Name: Journal of Science Communication
    Volume: 17
    Number: 3
    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Climate | Life science
    Audience: Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Community Outreach Programs | Public Events and Festivals

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