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Title:
NASA Family Science Night: Changing perceptions one family at a time
Authors:
Mitchell, Sara E.; Drobnes, Emilie; Sol Colina-Trujillo, M.; Noel-Storr, Jacob
Affiliation:
AA(SP Systems and Astrophysics Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Code 660.1, Greenbelt, MD 20771, USA), AB(ADNET and Heliophysics Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Code 671, Greenbelt, MD 20771, USA), AC(ADNET and Heliophysics Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Code 671, Greenbelt, MD 20771, USA), AD(Center for Imaging Science, Rochester Institute of Technology, 54 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 146 23, USA)
Publication:
Advances in Space Research, Volume 42, Issue 11, p. 1844-1847. (AdSpR Homepage)
Publication Date:
12/2008
Origin:
ELSEVIER
DOI:
10.1016/j.asr.2008.01.004
Bibliographic Code:
2008AdSpR..42.1844M

Abstract

Parents and families have the greatest influence on children’s attitudes towards education and career choices. If students’ attitudes towards science, particularly the physical sciences, are not influenced positively by parental/familial attitudes, efforts to improve the quality of content and teaching of these subjects in school may be futile. Research shows that parental involvement increases student achievement outcomes, and family-oriented programs have a direct impact on student performance. Based on this premise, the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center started a series of Family Science Nights for middle school students and their families. The program provides a non-threatening venue for families to explore the importance of science and technology in our daily lives by engaging in learning activities that change their perception and understanding of science making it more practical and approachable for participants of all ages. Family Science Night strives to change the way that students and their families participate in science, within the program and beyond.
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