Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of a Proof of Concept, Food- and Nutrition-Focused Science Education Program for Youth in Public Libraries.
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Abstract
A four-lesson, hands-on, food- and nutrition-focused science education program was developed for a rural public library as proof of concept for science education in public libraries. Backpacks with materials, supplies, books, and evaluation postcards were provided. This manuscript summarizes program development, implementation, and evaluation, including perceived science learning gains and experiences of youth participants in kindergarten through eighth grade. This program improves perceived science learning gains of and provides positively-perceived science experiences for participants. Public libraries have the potential to improve accessibility of U.S. children to informal science education to potentially elevate both science literacy and good health.
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Public Libraries Quarterly is addressed to leaders-directors, managers, staff, trustees, and friends-who believe that change is imperative if public libraries are to fulfill their service missions in the twenty-first century. In PLQ, directors and operating officers tell how they accomplished change. The journal examines: •best practices and models to improve service •management case studies-with results and failures •library mythologies that retard individual and institutional development •studies of how to plan results and accomplish desired outcomes •marketing and fund-raising tools that work •budget and financial analysis tools and tips
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