Informal Learning Experiences incorrectly listed the date for its workshop,
"Designing Experience-Based Learning Projects." Additional sites and dates
were noted in the previous listing. Please note the correct date, April 6,
for this workshop. We apologize for this additional posting.
DESIGNING EXPERIENCE-BASED LEARNING PROJECTS
Arpil 6: Museum of Science & Industry, Tampa, FL
WORKSHOP CONTENT: DESIGNING EXPERIENCE-BASED LEARNING PROJECTS
This one-day workshop is onducted in seminar style with open discussion,
small-group activities, and practical exercises on the museum floor The
workshop includes: An introduction to experience based-learning, based on the
theories of Dewey, Piaget, Gardner and others, in contrast to the more
traditional information-based approach; Application of the experience-based
approach to exhibits: what it means for exhibit goals and outcomes; Practical
guidelines for creating exhibits and programs that engage visitors in
meaningful interaction; A framework for evaluating the visitor's experience
at an exhibit and relating this to the outcomes; and The role of labels in
experience-based exhibits. Each participant receives a manual containing the
workshop content, a glossary, bibliographies and other resources, and 50+
pages of additional readings. The workshops is conducted by Bob Russell
(PhD, Developmental Psychology) of Informal Learning Experiences and/or Ted
Ansbacher (PhD, Physics) of Science Services.
FOR MORE DETAILS OR FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Bob Russell
at [log in to unmask]; (301) 907-0352.
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