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Re: Maker Programming for Early Childhood Education
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Bethany Thomas <[log in to unmask]>
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Informal Science Education Network <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:13:44 -0600
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Most definitely!

Bethany Thomas
Education Coordinator
Children's Discovery Museum
Normal, IL

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On Dec 17, 2012, at 2:31 PM, "Lee Livney" <[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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> 
> Hi All,
> 
> We at the New York Hall of Science are applying for a grant through which
> we would develop an on-line resource for museums, schools, and parents that
> have an interest in engaging young children (ages 2-6) in Maker
> programming. The on-line resource would include a framework (including
> facilitation methods) and curriculum (including extensive video-based
> materials) that embody the essential characteristics of the Maker
> sensibility -- deep engagement with exploration, problem solving,
> collaboration, experimentation, sharing, and playfulness -- in a way that
> makes for inspired young STEM learners. The project will also involve a
> community of practice where museum educators who are engaged in this work
> can continue the conversation and learn from each other. All we want to
> know is if this is something that you may find useful in your work? Thanks
> so much.
> 
> Lee
> 
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> Lee Livney
> Director of Program Development
> New York Hall of Science
> 47-01 111th Street
> Queens, NY 11368
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> Now at NYSCI: ReGeneration <http://regeneration.nysci.org/>
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