Description
Field trips, labs, classes, demonstrations,
science clubs, intercession camps, outreach/in-school programs, science family
nights, assembly programs, exhibit-based programming, school camp-ins, distance
learning, and planetarium programs.
Teacher Professional Development: Full and half-day classes, workshops and week-long summer institutes designed to increase teacher knowledge of science, improve teaching skills using inquiry-based, hands-on science instruction, and demonstrate how to use Science Center programs and exhibits to enhance science curriculum.
Budget
0
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Museum Education
Population Served
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years), Adults,
Description
Summer camps, youth camp-ins/overnights,
community outreach programs partnering with libraries, community centers, Boys
& Girls clubs, etc., family learning labs and workshops. Summer and weekend
public programs including Engineering Day, Chemistry Day, Astronomy Day, etc. Plus, Science Cafes that showcase actual scientists working in the field to the community.
Budget
0
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Museum Education
Population Served
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years), Adults, Families
Description
Full-dome educational programming ranging from the vast emptiness of space to the depths or the Earth's ocean. Traditional planetarium shows exploring the night sky, animated educational full-dome videos focusing on a wide range of science content, fun laser light shows accompanied by popular music, and innovative new content from artists. This breadth of offerings ensure all ages and demographics have content to enjoy. Planetarium programming is created by ASC staff, as well as leased from outside producers.
Budget
0
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Museum Education
Population Served
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years), Adults, Families
Description
Permanent exhibits at ASC focus on 6 themes: earth, air and space, health, color and light, energy and creativity and invention. Exhibits are interactive, variable and suitable for both individuals and groups working together in a social environment. Exhibits complement programs and special events. ASC hosts 3-4 temporary exhibits each year.
Budget
0
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Museum Education
Population Served
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years), Adults, Families