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Lessons Learned from and for the Field: Cultivating a National Network for Informal Science and Literacy through Leap into Science

This document summarizes lessons learned from implementing Leap into Science: Cultivating a National Network for Informal Science and Literacy (Leap into Science) from 2017-2023.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Sara Greller Karen Peterson Sheila James Erin Stafford Darryl Williams Emily Early Sharon Rollins Andrea Foster
resource evaluation Public Programs

Leap into Science: Cultivating a National Network for Informal Science and Literacy Summative Report

The following summative report describes overarching evaluation findings from the evaluation of Leap into Science, including future considerations for the Leap into Science program team (program team). The report aims to summarize takeaways from 2018-2023 and report on overall insights pertaining to the core evaluation questions of interest.
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resource research Informal/Formal Connections

2023 AISL Awardee Mini-Poster: 2005594

This "mini-poster," a two-page slideshow presenting an overview of the project, was presented at the 2023 AISL Awardee Meeting.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Michelle Kortenaar Erin Jant Karen Via Carrie Jubran
resource research Resource Centers and Networks

2023 AISL Awardee Mini-Poster: 1906473

This "mini-poster," a two-page slideshow presenting an overview of the project, was presented at the 2023 AISL Awardee Meeting.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Sheri Vasinda Stephanie Hathcocke Joanna Garner Elizabeth Murray
resource research Exhibitions

2023 AISL Awardee Mini-Poster: 2215101

This "mini-poster," a two-page slideshow presenting an overview of the project, was presented at the 2023 AISL Awardee Meeting.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Martha Merson Justin R Meyer Daniel Shanahan Cesar Almeida
resource evaluation K-12 Programs

Summative Analysis for the Bell Museum Planetarium Show and Corresponding Toolkit Activity

In fall 2019, the Bell Museum received funding via a NASA TEAM II grant to create Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, a full-dome planetarium show and accompanying hands-on activities that focus on the interdisciplinary roles that will be needed to send humans to Mars. This report from Catalyst Consulting Group presents the findings from the summative evaluation completed in March–May 2023.
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TEAM MEMBERS: VERONICA DEL BIANCO Maren Harris Karen Peterman
resource project Professional Development, Conferences, and Networks

Conference: Annual Rural STEM Learning Summit

The conference will provide a critical opportunity for enhancing knowledge around innovation in these areas and sharing lessons learned with and advancing collaboration. The focus will be on collective impact, rural empowerment, and successful rural STEM programs.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Jeremy Babendure Beth Nickel Kalman Mannis
resource research Media and Technology

Executive Summary: Fostering Joint Parent/Child Engagement in Preschool Computational Thinking by Leveraging Digital Media, Mobile Technology, and Library Settings in Rural Communities

The executive summary of the Formative Research Report for the project: Fostering Joint Parent/Child Engagement in Preschool Computational Thinking by Leveraging Digital Media, Mobile Technology, and Library Settings in Rural Communities.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Janna Kook Camille Ferguson Lucy Nelson Marisa Wolsky Jessica Andrews
resource research Media and Technology

Formative Research Report: Fostering Joint Parent/Child Engagement in Preschool Computational Thinking by Leveraging Digital Media, Mobile Technology, and Library Settings in Rural Communities

This is the formative research report for the project: Fostering Joint Parent/Child Engagement in Preschool Computational Thinking by Leveraging Digital Media, Mobile Technology, and Library Settings in Rural Communities
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TEAM MEMBERS: Marisa Wolsky Jessica Andrews Janna Kook Lucy Nelson Camille Ferguson
resource project Media and Technology

Fostering Joint Parent/Child Engagement in Preschool Computational Thinking by Leveraging Digital Media, Mobile Technology, and Library Settings in Rural Communities

This project will teach foundational computational thinking (CT) concepts to preschoolers by creating a mobile app to guide families through sequenced sets of videos and hands-on activities, building on the popular PBS KIDS series Work It Out Wombats!
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TEAM MEMBERS: Marisa Wolsky Janna Kook Jessica Andrews
resource evaluation Museum and Science Center Exhibits

Kaulele Hawaiian Indigenous Pop-Up Science Center: Kapa Exhibit Evaluation

The Kaulele Kapa Exhibit was created to explore the effectiveness of a Hawaiian culture-based framework and approach in increasing learner engagement and depth of knowledge in STEM among Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (NHPI) learners. The exhibit utilized hands-on and interactive activities, coupled with scientific and cultural information, to create relevant learning experiences for these communities.  To determine the effectiveness, exhibit attendees were invited to complete a survey that asked about how the exhibit influenced their interest and understanding of STEM and Hawaiian culture
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TEAM MEMBERS: Ciera Pagud Rachelle Chauhan
resource evaluation K-12 Programs

STEM Excellence and Leadership Final Evaluation Report

This report provides an overview of the rationale and design of the STEM Excellence Project, the key findings and takeaways from the research, and future directions for raising the aspirations of rural students for success in STEM fields.
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TEAM MEMBERS: Joni Lakin Tamra Stambaugh