Collaborative Networks ASTC 2014
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The document discusses innovative collaborative networks formed among science centers aimed at enhancing science education and outreach. It highlights the importance of inclusivity, proactive engagement with funders, and leveraging existing resources to facilitate impactful projects, such as local initiatives and online outreach. Additionally, it offers suggestions for building effective collaborative networks, emphasizing trust, transparency, and communication among stakeholders.
Collaborative Networks ASTC 2014
- 1. Collaborative Networks Leading Collaborative Networks That Give New Meaning to “Open Source”
- 2. Introductions Carol Valenta David Chesebrough Chris Dornfeld Jennifer Jovanovic Christian Greer Valenta Consulting COSI Center for Science Early Learners Collaborative Saint Louis Science Center
- 3. It started with a network of science centers Combined, the science centers in the United States have more than 38 million visitors annually – more than the NFL and NASCAR combined. 15,000,000 (NASCAR 13,000,000) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sports_league_attendances#Motor_racing (NASCAR 15,000,000) http://media.corporate-ir. net/media_files/irol/11/113983/923MOTORSPORTSINDUSTRYOVERVIE W.pdf 20,000,000 (NFL 2007, 17,341,012) http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d805b5d53&template=without -video&confirm=true (NFL 2005, 21,792,096) http://www.nfl.com/history/chronology/2001- 60,000,000 Association of Science and Technology Centers http://astc.org/about/pdf/Backgrounders/Highlights2009.pdf
- 4. A new type of collaborative network • Proactive vs. Reactive to funders • Managed by outside partner • Completely “Opt In” and open source • Inclusive beyond science centers • Strength in numbers
- 5. Building collaborative projects is not easy PM CEO PM PM PM CEO PM Concept Contract Development Activation 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
- 6. Listen to the experts in your network because every idea is not a good idea
- 7. We focused on what was needed and what can scale Interactive Learning Cost Scalable Low Games Films Low High High Exhibitions Ed Materials Social Media Website Outreach Programs Public Workshops Relations Advertising Mini Games
- 8. Impact in first year of activation 6 Local Impact Projects underway, each leveraging existing resources 3.8m inserts in National Geographic reaching over 30 million people 50,000 posters being distributed in classrooms across the country Over 500,000 visitors to the game and 100,000 active cities (85% would recommend to friend) 48,000,000 online ad impressions and over 1.5 million clicks Outstanding Achievement in Science and Technology Education - Interactive Media Council And we are just getting started…
- 9. Reflections from a Science Center Perspective • A different way to initiate a major initiative • Challenges of working with a very large corporation • The project “walk aways” – New money source – Local relevance – Leveraging a corporate name – Rethinking collaborations and open source
- 10. Early Learner Collaborative • How did Science Beyond the Boundaries grow to include the IMLS Early Learners Collaborative? • What does the Early Learners Collaborative include? • Sharing • Playing with Science , A Handbook for Museums • Free Midwest Museums Workshop • Experiments of the Month • How will the Early Learners Collaborative continue beyond the grant? • Grandstand Booth, #417, all Early Childhood, open today 11 am-4:30 pm • Early Childhood CoP, Mon, Oct 20, 1-2:30 pm, Marbles Kids Museum
- 11. Comparing and Contrasting Several Collaborative Open Source Designs Christian Greer, Chief Education and Programs Officer Saint Louis Science Center
- 12. ISBE Museums in the Classroom (1995-2000) • Eight museums and 40 schools initially. • Started as a justification for wiring classrooms for the internet. • Focused on bridging distances and improving statewide accessibility and collaboration. • Tested new software (QTVR and Videoconferencing) • Showcased student learning in the classroom. • Incorporated an instructional-based Open Source model across formal and informal education organizations.
- 13. Park Voyagers – Museums in the Park (1997-2010) • Year-round multi-institutional citywide outreach program starting initially with 9 Chicago museums and 27 parks. • Derived from a need for greater onsite accessibility in neighborhoods. • Completely supported by the Mayor and community. • Incorporated a progressive learning approach. • Directly impacted tens of thousands of kids. • Incorporated a content-based Open Source model with cross-disciplinary curriculum.
- 14. BOSS Project (2008-2010+) • IMLS National Leadership Grant awarded to Shedd Aquarium (Chicago) in 2008. • Derived from a need to keep pace with dynamic audience interest and to facilitate better engagement. • Started within the Education Department but extended out to the rest of the organization with limited success. • Had (3) three major foci. • Incorporated an asset-based Open Source model with shared tools (code).
- 15. HIVE Chicago Learning Network (2010+) • Created as part of the MacArthur Foundation DML Initiative. • Started as a way to connect various MacArthur-funded projects and learning opportunities across a spectrum of engagement. • Now has Connected Learning as a central framework. • In several cities around the globe and is presently operated by the Mozilla Foundation. • Incorporated an interest-based Open Source model with a hack/remix focus.
- 16. What is the Future of Collaborative Open Source Networks?
- 17. Suggestions for building collaborative networks • Build a foundation of trust between stakeholders • Actively listen and stay positive • Clearly understand and define success • Understand how you could fail and work to address risks • Make process as open and transparent as possible • Keep activation and elements flexible (one size does not fit all) • Communicate often and expect engagement from stakeholders • Build from a big idea • Grit and persistence matters