January 1st, 2012 | RESEARCH
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.
Document
Science_centers_and_public_participation.pdf
Team Members
Andrea Bandelli, Author, VU University AmsterdamElly Konijn, Author, VU University Amsterdam
Citation
Identifier Type: doi
Identifier: 10.1177/1075547012458910
Publication: Science Communication
Volume: 35
Number: 4
Page(s): 419
Tags
Audience: General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM
Resource Type: Peer-reviewed article | Research Products
Environment Type: Museum and Science Center Programs | Public Programs