Science Teaching and Research Seminar (STAR)

sponsored by the

CSULB Science Education Department

Fossils, photovoltaics and misconceptions: The challenges of learning (and teaching) science beyond the classroom


Dr. James Kisiel

Department of Science Education

California State University, Long Beach






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How can we make them ‘get it’?  Findings from research on communicating ocean sciences to public audiences


Dr. Shawn Rowe

Department of Science and Mathematics Education

Oregon State University &

Learning Specialist

Hatfield Marine Science Center, Visitor Center

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Revealing student learning in museums


Dr. Janette Griffin

Senior Lecturer

University of Technology, Sydney, Australia

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