STEAM Learning in Public Libraries: A “Guide on the Side” Approach for Inclusive Learning

Authors

  • Brooks Mitchell
  • Claire Ratcliffe
  • Keliann LaConte

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5860/cal.18.3.7

Abstract

Children and their families are practicing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) skills through a library program. Hand-crank generators and LED bulbs are set out on each of the tables, along with two types of dough—conductive play dough and insulating modeling clay.

Author Biographies

Brooks Mitchell

Brooks Mitchell is Education Coordinator II at the National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL) at the Space Science Institute (SSI) and works on professional development efforts across STAR Net projects.

Claire Ratcliffe

Claire Ratcliffe, an Education Coordinator I at SSI, received her MS in Natural Science Education from the University of Wyoming and has many years of experience teaching in formal and informal educational settings.

Keliann LaConte

Keliann LaConte is the Professional Development Manager at NCIL/SSI and Principle Investigator of STAR Net’s new STEAM Equity project. The authors are part of the STAR Library Network, led by SSI’s NCIL.

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Published

2020-09-25

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 3 (2020): Fall

Section

Features

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