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Re: Why do museums do teacher PD?
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Charles Carlson <[log in to unmask]>
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ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
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I think the accumulated list is pretty comprehensive.  It's also the most efficient way to reach the largest number of students over the long haul of their classroom experience.  Teachers integrate exhibits into their curriculum. In addition to PD, one of the biggest functions can be to connect teachers to one another via a social community of teaching.
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On Nov 12, 2013, at 1:29 PM, Stuckle, Danielle L. <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
> Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions.
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> Professional Development for teachers:
> 1. Keeps teachers engaged in the work you do/subject matter your organization focuses on
> 2. Keeps teachers up-to-date on new research, news, developments, in the field and in your organization
> 3. Keeps your organization on the radar of a variety of teachers and education professionals
> 4. Helps you establish a relationship with teachers--communicate with them about their needs, get their current contact information, meet face-to-face rather than only sending out newsletters/marketing pieces
> 5. Gets teachers in the door to experience what you have to offer
> 6. Hopefully translates into actual/more students using your programs/curriculum, visiting your site, attending events, etc...
> 7. Offers a legitimate service to teachers so they can demonstrate they continue to learn and develop in their own careers
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Informal Science Education Network [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Michelle Nichols
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> Subject: Why do museums do teacher PD?
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> ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions.
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> So, a question was posed to me today that I thought would be interesting to pose to the list-serv because I would be fascinated to see your replies, even if it's just from a few folks or many of you: Why do museums do teacher professional development? 
> We can't reach every teacher everywhere, so why do we do it at all?
> 
> I am not looking for a particular answer. I just want to experience the breadth of answers that I suspect would come out of posing such a question.  Hope you enjoy noodling on that one for a bit. :>)
> 
> Michelle
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> Michelle Nichols, Master Educator - NASA Forum Programs The Adler Planetarium
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Charles Carlson
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