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- Title
1.2 million kids and counting—Mobile science laboratories drive student interest in STEM.
- Authors
Jones, Amanda L.; Stapleton, Mary K.
- Abstract
In today’s increasingly technological society, a workforce proficient in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills is essential. Research has shown that active engagement by K–12 students in hands-on science activities that use authentic science tools promotes student learning and retention. Mobile laboratory programs provide this type of learning in schools and communities across the United States and internationally. Many programs are members of the Mobile Lab Coalition (MLC), a nonprofit organization of mobile and other laboratory-based education programs built on scientist and educator collaborations. A recent survey of the member programs revealed that they provide an impressive variety of programming and have collectively served over 1.2 million students across the US.
- Subjects
LABORATORIES; STEM education; EDUCATIONAL programs; NONPROFIT organizations; EDUCATIONAL surveys
- Publication
PLoS Biology, 2017, Vol 15, Issue 5, p1
- ISSN
1544-9173
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1371/journal.pbio.2001692