How the ASTC helps science centers shine! Follow Us: Comments 0 How the ASTC helps science centers shine! About Even the best science & technology centers in the world need a support network. Ann Hernandez drops by to discuss how the Association of Science-Technology Centers helps over 600 members across 50 countries make their exhibitions even more interactive and engaging than ever for ages young and old. “It’s a sense of membership, a sense of ownership and a sense that you’re at equal levels. It’s not just about the expert PhD scientist talking to the public, it’s about communities working next to knowledge holders and working through ideas together.” We also look at equity and diversity issues in STEM and the rise of citizen science in museums, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens and more. Plus, we revisit a grab from a past episode in which Karen Taylor-Brown from Refraction Media shares her passion for getting students into Careers in STEM and Careers in Code through innovative publishing & events. More Information About the FizzicsEd Podcast Top 3 learnings If you’re in a museum or cultural site, how are you addressing diversity and equity of access? If you need help in this area, reach out to professionals such as Ann who will be able to point you in the right direction. Don’t worry about being perfect! It’s ok for the public to see you create a new space for them… and it’s even better if they can contribute. It’s all about ownership after all! Reach out to community organisations to broaden participation. This can be via citizen science as well as traditional outreach activities. About Ann Hernandez Ann Hernandez from the Association of Science-Technology Centers, Washington DC Ann is a former elementary teacher and is on the leadership team for the International Society for Technology in Education Interactive Video Conferencing Professional Learning Network, following her work as a distance learning Educator, Manager, and Director of Programs at the Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum in Michigan. She is currently the Program Manager for Professional Development and Inclusion Initiatives at the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) in Washington, D.C., a global organization that provides collective voice, professional support, and programming opportunities to science centers, museums, and similar institutions. ASTC serves over 600 members across 50 countries. The projects in Ann’s domain focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, including leading ASTC’s Diversity and Leadership Development Fellows Program which is celebrating its 17th year. Email Ann Hernandez on ahernandez@astc.org Check out the vending machine at Oakland Museum of California! About the FizzicsEd Podcast With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It’s not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it’s about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! Other Episodes Episode: 159 " Challenge their thinking! " Comments 0 Podcast: Swinburne Space Challenge with Dr Sara Webb Ben Newsome May 2, 2023 Podcast Space Science STEM Inspiring students to understand how astronomers really work is a true passion for Dr Sara Webb from Swinburne University of Technology. As one of the Superstars of STEM from Science & Technology Australia, she is a real advocate for widening participation in STEM. Read More Listen Episode: 82 " Inspiring a love of learning! 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Even the best science & technology centers in the world need a support network. Ann Hernandez drops by to discuss how the Association of Science-Technology Centers helps over 600 members across 50 countries make their exhibitions even more interactive and engaging than ever for ages young and old. “It’s a sense of membership, a sense of ownership and a sense that you’re at equal levels. It’s not just about the expert PhD scientist talking to the public, it’s about communities working next to knowledge holders and working through ideas together.” We also look at equity and diversity issues in STEM and the rise of citizen science in museums, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens and more. Plus, we revisit a grab from a past episode in which Karen Taylor-Brown from Refraction Media shares her passion for getting students into Careers in STEM and Careers in Code through innovative publishing & events.
Top 3 learnings If you’re in a museum or cultural site, how are you addressing diversity and equity of access? If you need help in this area, reach out to professionals such as Ann who will be able to point you in the right direction. Don’t worry about being perfect! It’s ok for the public to see you create a new space for them… and it’s even better if they can contribute. It’s all about ownership after all! Reach out to community organisations to broaden participation. This can be via citizen science as well as traditional outreach activities. About Ann Hernandez Ann Hernandez from the Association of Science-Technology Centers, Washington DC Ann is a former elementary teacher and is on the leadership team for the International Society for Technology in Education Interactive Video Conferencing Professional Learning Network, following her work as a distance learning Educator, Manager, and Director of Programs at the Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum in Michigan. She is currently the Program Manager for Professional Development and Inclusion Initiatives at the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) in Washington, D.C., a global organization that provides collective voice, professional support, and programming opportunities to science centers, museums, and similar institutions. ASTC serves over 600 members across 50 countries. The projects in Ann’s domain focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, including leading ASTC’s Diversity and Leadership Development Fellows Program which is celebrating its 17th year. Email Ann Hernandez on ahernandez@astc.org Check out the vending machine at Oakland Museum of California!
About the FizzicsEd Podcast With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It’s not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it’s about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world!
Inspiring students to understand how astronomers really work is a true passion for Dr Sara Webb from Swinburne University of Technology. As one of the Superstars of STEM from Science & Technology Australia, she is a real advocate for widening participation in STEM.
Science and mathematics are so fundamental for primary students in getting them ready for high school and Libby Foley has a lot to share about ways to ignite that passion! From teaching in Far North QLD down to the Sunshine Coast, Libby is a true leader when it comes to...
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