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Thinking About Science , Creativity , and Informal Learning : Conversations about Public Conflict over Decision-Relevant Science Radio journalist Heather Goldstone will facilitate a panel and audience discussion about public interest in science and how we can communicate current science issues to visitors . The panel will talk about the impact of group values , assessing risk , and retaining the public ’ s trust in our science institutions .
Facilitator : Jan Crocker , Exhibits Content Development , Edward M . Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate , MA Speakers : Heather Goldstone , Science Editor , WCAI and Science Correspondent , WGBH , MA ; Dan Kahan , Elizabeth K . Dollard Professor of Law and Psychology at Yale Law School , CT ; David Sittenfeld , Manager of Forum , Museum of Science , Boston , Founding Member of Expert and Citizen Assessment of Science and Technology
Thinking Outside the Field Trip : Educational Outreach for Small Museums Many small museums simply cannot accommodate large school group visits . But what we may lack in scale , we can make up for in adaptability . If the students can ’ t come to the museum , bring the museum to the students ! With teachers today facing so many obstacles to field trips , the school visit is more relevant than ever . Learn about several successful , student-driven , and interdisciplinary models that you can adapt to your own educational program .
Facilitator : Amanda Wastrom , Assistant Curator , Heritage Museums & Gardens , MA
User Review Websites : Opportunities & Challenges for Museums User review websites like TripAdvisor and Yelp hold a wealth of information about your visitors – and your museum – if you know how to use it . This panel offers different perspectives on how museums can use these review sites to better understand existing visitors and improve the museum experience for future visitors , exploring what you can - and cannot - learn and discussing both the opportunities and the limitations of user review websites .
Facilitator : Dr . Christina Smiraglia , Senior Research Manager & Museum Studies Instructor , Harvard University , MA Speakers : Kate Bibeau , Engagement Site Manager , The Stevens-Coolidge Place , Trustees of Reservations , MA ; Christina DeYoung , Director of Sales and Marketing , Harvard Education Publishing Group , MA ; Blue Magruder , Director of Public Affairs and Marketing , Harvard Museums of Science & Culture , MA
PAG LUNCHES
12:45m – 2:20 pm
( See page 16 for descriptions .)
EXHIBIT HALL CLOSING RECEPTION AND RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWING
2:30 – 3:00 pm
Don ’ t miss this special opportunity to explore the services and products in the Exhibit Hall . Will you win one of the wonderful raffle prizes generously donated by our exhibitors ? Perhaps you ’ ll win a registration to next year ’ s conference ! Bring your signed raffle card and join in the fun .
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
3:00 – 4:30 pm
Adding Perspectives to our National History : Places Inspiring Community Conversations Join a frank and fruitful discussion of how historic sites can create new , more inclusive museum projects about social justice issues . Gain fresh ways to think about expanding audiences , integrating African-American history into old established New England towns , and a critical look at the challenges and successes encountered in doing so , based on the experiences of two sites in Concord , Massachusetts . This session discusses different dialogues and techniques used to gain a contemporary perspective , modernize local history , and relate to today ’ s issues . Facilitator : Caren Ponty , Principal , CP Consulting , MA Speakers : Maria Madison , President / Co-founder of The Robbins House , Inc ., MA ; Matt Montgomery , Chief Marketing & Engagement Officer , The Trustees of the Reservation , MA ; CC King , Community Representative and Arts Facilitator , MA
Are Millennials Really the Answer : Technology- Enabled Plans for Reaching New Donors With the traditional donor group aging out , museums must look to younger generations for support . As museum professionals think about changing the demographic , they often see millennials as the solution . However , understanding the millennial
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