January 08, 2009

Focus on the Learner

This theme affirms the primacy of meeting the needs of the learner. Thus, we consider not only what we think the learner ought to know, but also what the learner wants to know and explore. This is a key tenet of informal science education: that the individual independently can inquire and investigate into issues and ideas of their own interest, for as long as they choose, in the manner in which they choose. Our job as science outreachers and as a science venue becomes one of coaching and facilitating.