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    Factors affecting the use and outcomes of interactive science exhibits in community settings

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    Authors
    Rennie, Leonie
    Evans, Rosemary
    Mayne, Fiona
    Rennie, Susan
    Date
    2010
    Type
    Journal Article
    
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    Rennie, L. and Evans, R. and Mayne, F. and Rennie, S. 2010. Factors affecting the use and outcomes of interactive science exhibits in community settings. Visitor Studies. 13 (2): pp. 222-237.
    Source Title
    Visitor Studies
    DOI
    10.1080/10645578.2010.509699
    ISSN
    10645578
    School
    Office of DVC Research and Development
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/3734
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    • Curtin Research Publications
    Abstract

    This article reports an investigation into the use of 12 Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Interactive Science Exhibits, borrowed by two community venues—a regional Hall of Fame and a metropolitan Library—as part of a science center's outreach program. Data were generated through interviews with venue staff, interviews with adults and surveys of children who visited the exhibits, and observations of visitor behavior around the exhibits. All children and most adults enjoyed using the exhibits, and adults thought the exhibits would raise people's (particularly children's) awareness of science and teach scientific ideas. Venue staff were pleased with the outcomes of the exhibit loan; however, the potential educational effectiveness of the exhibits was limited by issues relating to location and the visitors’ agendas. There were problems in attracting people to the exhibits and encouraging visitors, particularly adults, to engage with them. Suggestions are made to increase the effectiveness of using interactive exhibits in community settings.

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