University of California, Berkeley (Lawrence Hall of Science)

The Lawrence Hall of Science will implement a two-phased professional development program for science museum educators to discuss, reflect on, and practice the knowledge and skills underlying their work to support scientific literacy among museum patrons. The project will test the "Reflecting on Practice Curriculum" and the "Leading Reflection Program," both designed to engage practitioners in extensive ongoing study of science pedagogy in museums, and reflective video techniques and tools to observe practice. After building the capacity of mid-career educators in reflective techniques and coaching skills, these educators will implement the curriculum at their own sites to provide professional development for early career educators, directly impacting six museums and over 45 educators at various stages of career development. The program and curriculum will be available to the field at the conclusion of the project.