Science centers and museums are currently experimenting to strengthen the participation of the public in two-way conversations between the public and the institution. Eventually, these activities will lead to a stronger role of the public in the decision making process of the museum. We analyzed the current situation faced by science museums in Europe in light of the recent discourse on public engagement with science, and we identified the main barriers and obstacles that prevent actual decision making of the public within the institutions. Finally, suggestions for solutions are discussed.
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Elly Konijn
Author
VU University Amsterdam
Citation
DOI
:
10.1177/1075547012458910
Publication Name:
Science Communication
Volume:
35
Number:
4
Page Number:
419
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