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documentaries
debates
audiovisual magazines
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online
social media
presence in events
exhibitions
stand-up comedies
games
multi-platform
suggestions science tours
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“teens frequently use the Internet for social
and entertainment gratifications”[1]
Weigold, M. F., & Treise, D. (2004). Attracting Teen Surfers to Science Web Sites. Public Understanding of Science, 13(3), 229–
248. doi:10.1177/0963662504045504
[1] based on references at Weigold & Treise, 2004
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how can we stimulate a more engaging
learning process?
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layout guidelines:
• extensive graphics• photographs• illustrations• colorful
homepage layout
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guideline: information presented in a fun way.
• games
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guideline: cool stuff to look at and do.
• scientific activities calendar
• “our suggestions”
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guideline: what and why scientists do what they do?
• interviews with scientists
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guideline: questions and answers.
• questions activity
• questions and answers on the website
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guideline: interactive participation.
• “participate” section
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content related to daily life• why do we like chocolate?
• can shopping be an addiction?
• what’s the price to pay for a sleepless night?
• (…)
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arousing curiosity (also with daily life content)
• myth ortruth?
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social network presence
http://www.ciencia20.up.pt
www.facebook.com/ciencia20