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Professional Competencies for the Informal STEM Learning Field

Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)

This framework from ASTC outlines professional competencies or skills that can help practitioners create engaging informal STEM learning opportunities. Educators and institutions can use the framework to assess their own competencies, plan professional development activities, support learning, and more. 

Knowledge Area
Science Literacy
Languages
English