Highlighting the wider relevance of science centre evaluations: a reflection on the evaluation of a physics engagement programme

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King, H., Dawson, E. and Leyva, R. 2015. Highlighting the wider relevance of science centre evaluations: a reflection on the evaluation of a physics engagement programme. Journal of Science Communication. 14 (4), pp. 1-18.
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TitleHighlighting the wider relevance of science centre evaluations: a reflection on the evaluation of a physics engagement programme
AuthorsKing, H., Dawson, E. and Leyva, R.
Abstract

This paper reflects on the evaluation of and findings from a nationwide programme of physics engagement activities hosted by 10 science centres across the UK. We discuss our findings indicating the affordances of the programme with reference to the wider literature in order to draw out elements of the project that may be useful for other science learning and engagement initiatives. In particular, we discuss findings that relate to contemporary research and policy interests around the engagement of girls in science, the key ages at which young people’s views may best be influenced, the importance of explicating the nature of ‘real-world’ content and careers, and the value of collaborative partnerships.

Research GroupSocial Policy Research Centre (SPRC)
PublisherSISSA Medialab
JournalJournal of Science Communication
ISSN1824-2049
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Print30 Oct 2015
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Deposited02 Nov 2015
Accepted02 Jun 2015
Output statusPublished
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Web address (URL)http://jcom.sissa.it/archive/14/04/JCOM_1404_2015_A01
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