This is an overview of research to measure STEM Engagement and Advocacy of Older Adults (50+). This work explored findings from Design Challenges hosted for older adult learners and also resulted in survey instruments to be used for this population. It also outlines constructs that were developed to inform the research.
This is a handout from the session "Unique Approaches to Community Engagement – Challenges, Successes, Lessons Learned" at the 2014 ASTC Conference held in Raleigh, NC. The handout includes presentation slides and the central questions discussed by each session contributor.
Presentation on NSF grant DRL-0714629 (""Collaborative Research: Cosmic Serpent - Bridging Native and Western Science Learning in Informal Settings"") presented at the CAISE Convening on Professional Development and Informal Science Education, February 2nd, 2012.
This presentation was part of the "Science of Science Communication" dyad at the 2015 CAISE Convening on Broader Impacts + Informal Science Education held in Arlington, VA on April 7-8. The presentation describes the value for scientists of public outreach and the importance of knowing one's audience.
This presentation was part of the "Science of Science Communication" dyad at the 2015 CAISE Convening on Broader Impacts + Informal Science Education held in Arlington, VA on April 7-8. The presentation explores what we know from the science of science communication and how scientists can work strategically for effective communication.