Training Program for Leaders in Science Centres. Granada, 22-27 September 2013
DAY 1 |
STRATEGIC PLANNING. How to go from a mission statement to a strategic plan: identification of core values, definition of objectives and planning programs. Relations between formal and informal learning practices. Establishing partnerships with key institutions and advocating your project. |
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DAY 2 |
SCIENCE LEARNING. Learning components of science centres programs: conception of workshops and demos, school activities, professional development. |
DAY 3 |
TOP PRIORITIES FOR MANAGERS. Recruiting staff and capacity building. Budget planning. Marketing and fundraising. |
DAY 4 |
EXHIBITION DEVELOPMENT. From concept to realization: how to develop an exhibition in due time including concept development, techniques and workplan. |
DAY 5 |
NEW TECHNOLOGIES. New strategies and opportunities with internet tools (social networks, web, etc.) for exhibitions, marketing and programs. |
This training program will include different teaching formats comprising a half-day dedicated to lectures and theoretical contents, and a half-day dedicated to practices: workshops, case studies, working group etc. Speakers and facilitators will be chosen for their consolidated experience in the science centre field in order to give to participants concrete skills and a knowledge based on practical expertise.
Consorcio Parque de las Ciencias