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Graphical Abstract
The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery strives to provide a hub for play-based science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) learning experiences in rural southeastern Ohio. The museum works to develop meaningful connections between preK–12 schools, community nonprofit organizations, local STEAM professionals, and university outreach programs.
Abstract
The Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery (OVMoD) strives to provide a hub for play-based science, technology, engineering, art, and math STEAM learning experiences in rural southeastern Ohio, and create reciprocal, collaborative relationships that bridge the gap between formal and informal learning environments. The museum works to develop meaningful connections between preK–12 schools, community nonprofit organizations, local STEAM professionals, and university outreach programs.
Author Contributions
Jennifer Parsons ([email protected]) is executive director of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery in Athens, Ohio.
Sara L. Hartman ([email protected]) is an assistant professor of early childhood education at Ohio University and is board president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
Jennifer Hines-Bergmeier ([email protected]) is a professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Ohio University and is a board member and past president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
Christie Truly ([email protected]) is vice president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
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Notes on contributors
Jennifer Parsons
Jennifer Parsons ([email protected]) is executive director of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery in Athens, Ohio.
Sara L. Hartman
Sara L. Hartman ([email protected]) is an assistant professor of early childhood education at Ohio University and is board president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
Jennifer Hines-Bergmeier
Jennifer Hines-Bergmeier ([email protected]) is a professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Ohio University and is a board member and past president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.
Christie Truly
Christie Truly ([email protected]) is vice president of the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery.