Lightning Session: Games and Play

Monday, September 30, 2024

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM US CDT

Location: S106B

Presenter(s)

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Anastasia Thanukos, PhD

University of California Museum of Paleontology
Berkeley, California, United States

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Emma J. Grahn

Smithsonian Institution's Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Joanna K. Garner, PhD

The Center for Educational Partnerships at Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia, United States
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Kathryn A. Derloshon

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Escape the Museum and Enter the Game: Extended Engagement and STEM Learning Through Playful Challenge
Presenters
Anastasia Thanukos – University of California Museum of Paleontology

Playful Explorations: Utilizing the Power and Science of Play to Engage Learners of All Ages
Play is a tool that all ages can benefit and learn from. When we as science centers and museums are reminded of the power of play, we too can be inspired to create playful experiences for our learners! Come and explore what play can bring to your programs.
Presenters
Kathryn Derloshon – Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Understanding Inventive Identity Through Sport: The Power of the Lemelson Center’s Change YOUR Game Exhibit
Presenters
Joanna Garner – The Center for Educational Partnerships at Old Dominion University
Emma Grahn – Smithsonian Institution's Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation