ERIC Number: EJ1117794
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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Comic Strips to Accompany Science Museum Exhibits
Chung, Beom Sun; Park, Eun-mi; Kim, Sang-Hee; Cho, Sook-kyoung; Chung, Min Suk
Journal of Education and Learning, v5 n4 p141-146 2016
Science museums make the effort to create exhibits with amusing explanations. However, existing explanation signs with lengthy text are not appealing, and as such, visitors do not pay attention to them. In contrast, conspicuous comic strips composed of simple drawings and humors can attract science museum visitors. This study attempted to reveal whether comic strips contribute to science exhibitions. More than 20 comic strips were chosen that were associated with exhibits in a science museum. The individual episodes were printed out and placed beside the corresponding exhibits. A questionnaire was administered to museum visitors to evaluate the effects of the comic strips. Most visitors responded that the comic strips were helpful in understanding the exhibits and in familiarizing themselves with the science. Participants also described the comic strips' deficiencies which will be considered for future revisions. Comic strips are likely to enhance interest in and comprehension of science exhibitions. Furthermore, these strips are expected to enrich science museums in various ways such as establishing their uniqueness.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Cartoons, Museums, Exhibits, Science Teaching Centers, Science Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Questionnaires, Science Interests, Comprehension, Scientific Concepts, Elementary School Students, Parents, Secondary School Students, College Students, Student Attitudes
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