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Science festivals: do they succeed in reaching beyond the ‘already engaged’?

December 19, 2014 | Public Programs
The cultural phenomenon of ‘science festivals’ is ever expanding throughout the world, as universities, city and regional governments, and science engagement professionals alike embrace the concept of a focused ‘celebration’ of science. In the past however science festivals have been criticized for neglecting underrepresented audiences. This special issue explores the extent to which current science festivals have managed to engage with diverse publics, and identifies the key challenges facing the future of science festivals, most notably the need for deeper research into the impacts of science festivals.

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  • Karen Bultitude
    Author
    University College London
  • Citation

    ISSN : 1824-2049
    Publication Name: Journal of Science Communication
    Volume: 13
    Number: 4
    Resource Type: Reference Materials
    Discipline: General STEM
    Audience: Administration/Leadership/Policymakers | General Public | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals | Scientists
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Public Events and Festivals

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