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The Liberty Science Center is hosting a workshop on such devises in 
June.  They are in New Jersey if you are interested.

Teri Eastburn

Rebecca A. Thorne - Ferrel wrote:

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> Good Morning!
> Somewhat related to Nicole's question....I am considering doing a 
> small research project on whether
> handheld devices could be used in the gallery for self-directed 
> exhibit guides for school field trip groups.
> This might be incorporated into a larger research problem that would 
> include pre-visit, museum exhibit-based, and post-visit activities
> that would be provided online.
> If  you are offering self-directed guides that are housed on a 
> handheld device I would appreciate knowing any information
> you might be able to provide.
>
> Thank you...
>
> Rebecca A. Thorne - Ferrel
> Idaho Museum of Natural History
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> Nicole Kowrach wrote:
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>> Hello all -
>> I am researching the use of self-directed exhibit guides for school
>> field trip groups. Our program, Pathways, is designed to provide a
>> "focused field trip" experience, including pre-visit, museum
>> exhibit-based, and post-visit activities that explore specific state
>> science curriculum objectives. If you offer a similar program, is it
>> free or fee based? What kind of response have you received from
>> teachers? Is there a high rate of participation? Thank you for your
>> consideration.
>>
>> Nicole Kowrach
>> Director of Education
>> Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
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