{"title":"Ana Maria Navas Iannini","description":"\u003cp\u003eAna Maria Navas Iannini’s works explore the intricate dynamics of museums and educational institutions, often delving into the challenges and debates surrounding scientific knowledge and public engagement. Her writing offers thoughtful analysis on how science is presented and perceived within these cultural spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect insightful discussions grounded in the fields of education and museum studies, with a focus on fostering critical reflection about the role of science in society. Her books provide valuable perspectives for educators, museum professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of science, culture, and learning.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"controversy-in-science-museums-by-erminia-pedretti-9781138579989","title":"Controversy in Science Museums","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eControversy in Science Museums\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on exhibitions that approach sensitive or controversial topics. With a keen sense of past and current practices, Pedretti and Navas Iannini examine and re-imagine how museums and science centres can create exhibitions that embrace criticality and visitor agency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on international case studies and voices from visitors and museum professionals, as well as theoretical insights about scientific literacy and science communication, the authors explore the textured notion of controversy and the challenges and opportunities practitioners may encounter as they plan for and develop controversial science exhibitions. They assert that science museums can no longer serve as mere repositories for objects or sites for transmitting facts, but that they should also become spaces for conversations that are inclusive, critical, and socially responsible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eControversy in Science Museums\u003c\/em\u003e provides an invaluable resource for museum professionals who are interested in creating and hosting controversial exhibitions, and for scholars and students working in the fields of museum studies, science communication, and social studies of science. Anyone wishing to engage in an examination and critique of the changing roles of science museums will find this book relevant, timely, and thought provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605268742380,"sku":"9781138579989","price":91.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138579989-controversy-in-science-museums.jpg?v=1778130040"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ana-maria-navas-iannini.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}