The National Informal STEM Education Network (NISE Network) had many activities and professional development opportunities at the Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) annual conference. ASTC 2018 was hosted by Connecticut Science Center in Hartford, September 29–October 2, 2018.
More information: http://www.astc.org/conference/
NISE Network Partner Breakfast
The NISE Network is hosting a breakfast for staff from partner institutions (no need to RSVP)
- Monday, Oct. 1, 2018
7:30 am - 9 am
Marriott Hartford DowntownMarriott Rooms A/B
200 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT
Staff from NISE Net partner institutions are invited to an informal breakfast to learn about new project opportunities and to meet and talk with other Network partners from across the country.
- Photo Gallery of a few scenes from the breakfast
- Slides (PPTX)
- Slides (PDF)
- NISE Network Opportunities flyer (revised September 2018)
- Downloadable Breakfast Flyer Printable PDF
Booth and Exhibit Hall
The NISE Network will have a booth in the exhibit hall featuring public engagement activities and resources including information about upcoming projects opportunities.
Booth #518
Saturday, September 29, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall Open
Sunday, September 30, 2018, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall Open
- The NISE Network will have a copy of the Sun, Earth, Universe exhibition on display
- Photo Gallery of a few scenes from the booth
- Video from the ASTC videographer of the booth
- NASA's Universe of Learning & NISE Network flyer about free exhibit resources (PPTX)
- NASA's Universe of Learning & NISE Network flyer about free exhibit resources (PDF)
- NISE Network Opportunities flyer (revised September 2018)
Presentation in Exhibit Hall
Dr. Darrell Porcello from the Children's Creativity Museum and NISE Network presented at NASA's Hyperwall about the Space and Earth Informal STEM Education project, which is funded through NASA. Learn more about the project and opportunity for partners to get involved
- NISE Network Opportunities flyer (revised September 2018)
Preconference ASTC Intensives
Friday, September 28, 2018; 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Science Center Public Forums: Facilitating Deliberative Conversations about Socio-scientific Issues
- Preregistration is required. Limited to 60 participants. Fee: $150 per person (includes breakfast and lunch)
- Session Leader: David Sittenfeld, Museum of Science, Boston
- Presenters:
- Larry Bell, Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, Museum of Science, Boston
- Emily Hostetler, Forum Education Associate, Museum of Science, Boston
- Katie Todd, Research & Evaluation Associate, Museum of Science, Boston
- Marshall Wilson, Forum Fellow, Museum of Science, Boston
Sessions
The following sessions are related to NISE Network projects and efforts:
Saturday, September 29, 2018; 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Engaging Children in Science Education EARLY!
- Session Leader: Ali Jackson, Sciencenter
- Presenters:
- Amy Eisenmann, Bay Area Discovery Museum
- Victoria Fiordalis, Sciencenter
- Christina Carlson, Saint Louis Science Center
- Slides (PPTX)
- Slides (PDF)
- Mystery Shakers handout (DOCX)
Sunday, September 30, 2018; 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
- Session Leader: David Sittenfeld, Museum of Science, Boston
- Presenters:
- Max Cawley, Museum of Life and Science
- Dietram Scheufele, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Erin Thelen, New York Hall of Science
Sunday, September 30, 2018: 11:45 AM-1:00 PM
Alan J. Friedman Science Center Dialogues Luncheon
These annual, thought-provoking discussions are presented in the spirit of the founding director of the New York Hall of Science, Queens. Open to all registered attendees.
The event will reveal how advances in science and technology, open data, and public participation in research will lead to a better understanding of ourselves and help pave the way for improved equity and inclusion in medical care, public policy, and public health
The panelists will also explore how science centers and museums—as trusted local institutions—can have an impact with their communities as people seek knowledge and form opinions about science, health care, biotechnology, and more.
- Moderated by Rae Ostman, ASU and NISE Network
- Speakers: Stephanie Devaney NIH and Kafui Dzirasa, Duke University
- Video from the ASTC videographer of the discussion
Monday, October 1, 2018; 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
True Stories and Thoughtful Conversation: Exploring Science and Religion in Museum Programs
- Session Leader: Rae Ostman, Arizona Science Center (formerly Science Museum of Minnesota)
- Presenters:
- Stephanie Long, Science Museum of Minnesota
- Darrell Porcello, Children's Creativity Museum
- Mitchell Sava, Museum of Life and Science
- Emily Hostetler, Museum of Science, Boston
- Michael Zirulnik, Arizona State University
Monday, October 1, 2018; 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Museum and Library Partnerships: Hands-on STEM Learning for Everyone
- Session Leader: Rae Ostman, Arizona Science Center (formerly Science Museum of Minnesota)
- Presenters:
- Keliann LaConte, Space Science Institute
- Julia Skolnik, The Franklin Institute
- Darlene Cavalier, SciStarter
- Kendall Wiggin, CT State Library
- Cheri Grinnell, Kentucky Science Center
- Anna Hurst, Astronomical Society of the Pacific
Monday, October 1, 2018; 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
From Thin Mints to Thin Films: Museum Partnerships Engaging the Girl Scouts in STEM Education
- Session Leader: Catherine McCarthy, Science Museum of Minnesota
- Presenters:
- Pamela Harman, SETI Institute; Reaching For The Stars: NASA Science for Girl Scouts
- Joelle Adolfi, Rochester Museum & Science Center
- Kristen Martin, The Tech Museum of Innovation
- Slides (PPTX)
- Slides (PDF)
- Handout with resources (DOCX)
- Handout with resources (PDF)
NISE Network Happy Hour
NISE Network partners are invited to gather together informally (no need to RSVP); all are welcome!
- Friday September 28, 2018
6:00–7:00 p.m.
Welcome to Hartford Meet-Ups location - Education/Programs
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942 Main Street, Hartford, CT (860) 525-1600
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