We’ll heat up the stove in this high energy workshop of speed dates, group discussions and one-on-one assignments, participants will analyze cases of smart ICT use (co-created databases, smartphones) and apply it in their own situation on...
Why do some people visit science centres and museums while others do not? How can science centres and museum be inclusive in their own governance? What do visitors and non-visitors have to say? This panel session examines whether science centres...
A new generation of artists is emerging who are highly skilled in science and technology and who are keen to be involved in scientific research dynamics since they already perceive art along the same parameters. They are in fact already...
This session will present the idea of mixing exhibits from all kind of cultural institutions: Science center hands-on exhibits, artifacts from natural history museums, artifacts from technical museums, pieces of art from art museums, living...
In this session, we will explore what “scientific culture” means for science communication institutions: Is it a form of culture, specific to scientists and researchers that science centres and museums should make available to their audiences? Or...
Brought to you by Ecsite’s THE Group, this workshop will focus on the explainers’ profession and their work with visitors. Training will be provided through interactive activities, contributions from keynote speakers and from your fellow...
Confident, experienced staff are the key ingredient to operating a successful science centre. They are essential in all areas, from front of house explainer roles to managerial and administrative staff. But how can new teams be developed in a new...
How do planetariums integrate with their environment? What are its links with an exibition hall, heritage museum, or scientific workshop room? How do planetariums distinguish themselves and draw audiences? This session will be a discussion about...
This session will focus on museum practice and research insights for designing spaces appropriate for social situations and why this matters when thinking about spaces that facilitate learning. Presentations will discuss intentions and outcomes...
Legible Cities is a trend where the virtual world of image and data is overlaid on the physical world of environment, structures and vehicles. In Legible Cities, inhabitants, through sensors, displays, visualizations, and installations get access...
What can we gain by introducing the humanities to science centres, including philosophy, languages, literature, history, visual arts, music and theater? What goals can we achieve and what can we loose? Can we clothe a philosophical or literature...
Some science centres and many natural history museums run exhibitions about palaeontology and archaeology, using modern methods, exhibits and new technologies to catch public attention. This session will highlight specific examples of how science...