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ISL Framework

ISL Framework

2022 - 2025

This project will develop a repository of resources and supports to increase the usability, usefulness, and on-the-ground use of the Informal STEM Learning (ISL) Professional Competency Framework that was developed with previous NSF support (#1514815, 1514884, 1514890, and 1515315). The proposed resources and the integrated research will advance knowledge of professional learning, professional development, and the broader concept of professional work in the ISL field. The work proposed here could ultimately benefit individual communities and society at large by advancing the capacity of ISL professionals and a science-engagement field to more effectively respond to societal needs, concerns, and interests.

Current project activities include developing a baseline survey that will reveal basic needs in the ISL field related to the Framework, such as sense of belonging and barriers to professional competence and advancement.

Center Team:

Martin Storksdieck

Martin Storksdieck

Director
Department of STEM Research Center

Martin Storksdieck

Director
Department of STEM Research Center
Portrait of Kelly Riedinger outside

Kelly Riedinger

Program Lead in Informal, K-12 and Connected Learning
Department of STEM Research Center

Kelly Riedinger

Program Lead in Informal, K-12 and Connected Learning
Department of STEM Research Center
Portrait of Victoria Sellers outside

Victoria Sellers

Researcher
Department of STEM Research Center

Victoria Sellers

Researcher
Department of STEM Research Center