Flipped Science Fair: Engaging Middle-School Students in STEM while Training Researchers in Science Communication.

ABSTRACT: The Flipped Science Fair (FSF) transforms the traditional science fair format by having middle-school students judge the research of early career scientists. At the FSF, students learn about cutting-edge research in a small group setting, with opportunities to ask questions and participate in hands-on demonstrations. By placing the students in the role of the "judge," the event gives students the opportunity to engage with scientists interactively and with authority. The FSF also provides science communication training for the presenting scientists. Leading up to the event, the presenters attend three workshops focused on distilling their research message to a middle-school level. The FSF effectively promoted science engagement by middle school students who expressed increased interest in

SUBMITTER: Benedetti L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7951179 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature