Controversial science exhibitions: Deconstructing public engagement (original) (raw)

2018

Abstract

Drawing from past and ongoing research projects, this study explores visitor engagement through the lenses of controversial science exhibitions and science communication models. Through a cross-case analysis of four case studies, we sought to deconstruct and understand how visitors engage with science exhibits involving complex and controversial topics. Qualitative data sources across the sites include visitor interviews, visitor observations, artefacts, images, comment cards, and field notes. Six themes emerged from our analysis: acquiring and recalling knowledge, personalization and introspection, voice and narrative, listening and talking, dissonance and tensions, and seeds of change.

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