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International Cooperation on Science Engagement Activities: Internship at Ecsite, European Network of Science Centres and Museums
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This report was developed within the scope of the Science Communication
Masters degree of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities of Universidade Nova
de Lisboa (FCSHUNL) and Instituto de Tecnologia Química e Biológica (ITQB), which
encompassed an internship at Ecsite – European network of science centres and
museums from 1 March to 23 June 2017. After my first year of studies I found myself
very eager to learn hands-on in any way I could, to use my own skills and to work within
a well-organized team towards developing projects that made use of what I’d been
learning. I opted for Ecsite was made because I thought that any project being
developed by an organization whose vision embraces the fostering of creativity and
critical thinking, while making science accessible to the public, would be relevant and
fascinating work.
In the first chapter a scientific context is provided, building on relevant literature
an overview of the conceptual underpinnings that will bring to light the themes under
discussion. A quick revision of the history of science centres and museums and of key
concepts such as science literacy or public understanding of science are followed by an
analysis of the role of European institutions and networks on the democratization of
science. In the second chapter the Ecsite’s communication strategy provides the context
for an explanation of the work carried out during the internship. Several projects and
means of action, such as social media presence or online publications were inspected in
order to provide an insight into the mission and vision of the organisation.
In the third chapter an overview of Ecsite’s role in the European project Let it Grow is analysed, with a particular focus on a survey conducted among members of the
network. Moreover, this analysis of the results in intended at providing answers into the
implementation of biodiversity related activities. Lastly, the report concludes with a
review of the main topics addressed, followed by illustrative annexes collected
throughout the internship work.
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Science communication Science centres Science museums European network Science literacy Public understanding of science