The world is becoming dangerously uninhabitable for many living creatures
because of human behavior. Scientists seek a new public awareness
of the importance of biodiversity to the stability of our planet.
This symposium session addresses the major questions and research
areas in the field.
Introduction:JoAnna Baldwin Mallory,
Director of Public Programs, Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance
Dr. Joel Cracraft,
Chair, Department of Ornithology, American Museum of Natural History
Dr. Andrew Dobson,
Associate Professor, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology,
Princeton University, Princeton Dr. Eleanor Sterling,
Director of the Center for Biodiversity and Conservation, American
Museum of Natural History Dr. Ross MacPhee,
Curator, Department of Mammalogy, American Museum of Natural History
What are the challenges of translating complex science and difficult
issues for the public through enhancement programs for teachers, after-school,
and family-based programs for the very young? And how can different
institutions work together to effect new programs? A range of speakers
involved in the world of education address these and other issues.
Myles Gordon,
Vice President for Education, American Museum of Natural History Sharon Simpson,
Producer, American Museum of Natural History
Amy O'Donnell, Museum
Educator, American Museum of Natural History
Jane Kloecker,
Director of Science and Nature Program for Young Children, American
Museum of Natural History Debra Rubenstein,
Director of Special Projects, Public Affairs Television
Pam Green,
Vice President of Outreach and Strategic Partnerships, Sesame Street
Workshop
How is a scientific exhibition developed? And how is the intellectual
life or the story of the exhibition extended beyond its own physical
space? The Museum's approach to education on biodiversity has been
multi-dimensional embracing major exhibitry, curricular programs,
as well as varied community and national outreach programs. Dr. Joel Cracraft,
Chair, Department of Ornithology, American Museum of Natural History
Meg Domroese,
Program Officer, Environmental Education, Center for Biodiversity
and Conservation, American Museum of Natural History
Dr. David Harvey,
Vice-President for Exhibition, American Museum of Natural History
Ellen Giusti,
Exhibits Evaluator, American Museum of Natural History
Willard Whitson, Director
of Exhibits, Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia
