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Thats an interesting historical note, charlie. 

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On Aug 3, 2013, at 12:45 AM, Charles Carlson <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Its a fad that comes and goes periodically.   It will ultimately prove too costly to operate  on a continuous basis, but is well worth the passing investment of time and energy.  I reflect that demonstrations and mentorship are not far from this domain of hands on museum activity.
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> It may more than anything reflect the current job market for young people, and shifting social dynamics, and a lack of vocational and lab opportunities in schools.  It's a valuable component of hands on engagement via exhibits.
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> In any case, it's heartening that museums can foster extended learning and tinkering.  It falls well within the current emphasis and interest in engineering in schools, and is lots of fun.
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> The Exploratorium would have been a large tinkering space but was limited by resources.   Hands on exhibits were a compromise solution to the original problem, but they also found traction and efficacy with respect to learning.
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> C 
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