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Information and latest evidence on UK Science and Discovery Centres impact on school attainment

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  • Download ASDC's report (PDF, 389.8kB)

This document summarises six studies published in the previous two years which provide evidence that science and discovery centres and museums have a considerable impact on attainment and careers in science. There are a large number of other studies available.

June 16 2011

Resources

  • Accessibility in science centres and museums
  • Young people’s perceptions of space
  • An animated guide to equitable collaborations with community partners
  • ASDC Decarbonisation Group
  • CaSE’s Discovery Decade study of public opinion on R&D
  • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Reports and Research
  • IAP Report on The Value of Science Centres
  • Improving Primary Science Guidance Report
  • ASDC Inclusion handbook
  • Millennium Science Centres Historical Update
  • Parliamentary Debate on the importance of Science and Discovery Centres, March 24 2021
  • Parliamentary Select Committee Reports
  • Reports by ASDC
  • Science Capital
  • STEM Clubs for Schools
  • The Inspiring Science Fund
  • The National Forum for Public Engagement

Useful links

  • Accessibility in science centres
  • Climate Hub UK
  • Code of conduct
  • Inclusion handbook
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