Authors

Projects

Claire Adams (Ratcliffe)

Rongstad Strong, B., Gold, A., Ratcliffe Adams, C., Tomas, V., Watkins, A. (2023, July). Place-Based Education and Community Knowledge Connect Youth to Water Topics. Connected Science Learning, 5(4).
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Ratcliffe, C., Rongstad, B., Gold, A., Maryboy, N., Begay, D. (October 2022). We are Water: Sharing Stories and Inspiring Conversations in Rural, Four Corners Libraries. Social Responsibilities Round Table. October 2022 Newsletter, American Library Association, 220.
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Shepherd, C., Smith, S., Kvenild, C., Buss, A., Ratcliffe, C. (2021). Adding Reach and Ownership with Paper Airplane Circuits. International Journal of Design for Learning, 12(2), 127-136.
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Mitchell, B., Ratcliffe, C., & LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM learning in public libraries: A "guide on the side" approach for inclusive learning [White paper]. Children and Libraries, 18(3), 7-10.
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Ratcliffe, C. (2017). How Students, Schools, and the Community Benefit from Garden-Based Education: Frameworks for Developing a Garden-Based Education Center [Thesis]. University of Wyoming.
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Paul B. Dusenbery

Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., Holland, A., Lenstra, N. (March 2025). Building Resilient Communities: A Call to Action for Public Libraries and their Partners [Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Dusenbery, P. (March 2025). Climate and Public Health Impacts [Podcast]. STAR Library Education Network. Produced by P. Dusenbery using Google NotebookLM.
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Holland, A., Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., and Lenstra, N. (2025). Building Resilient Communities Landscape Survey Summary [Infographic]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Dusenbery, P. (November 2024). Building Resilient Communities: Project Overview [Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Tai, R. H., Skeeles-Worley, A. D., Dusenbery, P. B., LaConte, K., Finton, J., & Mitchell, C. (2023). More than Just the Facts: Contributions of Subject Matter Experts to Out-of-School Time Youth Programs. Journal of Library Administration, 63(8), 1075-1089.
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Dusenbery, P., O'Connell, J. R., & Crist, B. (2022, January/February). Libraries respond to community health needs: Programs and survey results. Informal Learning Review, 171, 22-32.
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Dusenbery, P., O'Connell, J. R., & Crist, B. (2021). Colorado public library health program survey report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Jocz, J., Dusenbery, P., LaConte, K., & Finton, J. (2021, May/June). Engineers inspiring youth to build their dreams. Connected Science Learning, 3(3).
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Durik, A. M., Milstead Post, S., Green, W., Jensen, A. P., Pawirosetiko, J. S., Gibson, C., & Dusenbery, P. B. (2021). Exploring how public libraries can build situational interest in science. Journal of Library Administration, 61(4), 439-457.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2021, January/February). Public library response to COVID: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 165, 10-17.
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Finton, J., Dusenbery, P., & Jocz, J. (2021). Dream, build, create: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020, November/December). Public library response to COVID: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 164, 7-13.
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O'Connell, J. R., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Health fair report [Report]. Colorado Area Health Education Centers.
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Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., Harold, J., Castle, L., & Fitzhugh, G. (2020, January/February). Lessons learned from a decade of STEM exhibitions in libraries. Informal Learning Review, 160, 9-19.
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Keeley, D., Dusenbery, P., & Jocz, J. (2020). STEM kit program guide for state libraries [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Summer of space: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., Fitzhugh, G., Liston, C., LaConte, K., & Dusenbery, P. (2019, September/October). Virtual STEM programs at public libraries featuring scientists. Informal Learning Review, 158, 3-10.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., LaConte, K., Dusenbery, P., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2019). Virtual programs featuring scientists [White paper]. Pacific Science Center.
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Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2018, September/October). Community dialogues in informal science institutions: Strategies to work with underserved audiences, activate new partnerships, and create a more welcoming institution. Informal Learning Review, 152, 21-24.
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Fraknoi, A., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2018). Eclipse 2017 in libraries: The impact of providing 2.1 million eclipse glasses and support to 7,100 libraries nationwide. ASP Conference Series, 516, 241-250.
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Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2018). A community dialogue guide for public libraries [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Dusenbery, P., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2017). Eclipse 2017: A celestial achievement for public libraries: A final report for the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, NASA, Google, and the National Science Foundation [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Acevedo, S., & Dusenbery, P. (2017). Community collaboration and empowerment [White paper]. Exploratorium.
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LaConte, K., & Dusenbery, P. (2016, September/October). STEM learning in public libraries: new perspectives on collaboration from a national conference. Informal Learning Review, 140, 21-27.
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Dusenbery, P. (2014, March/April). STAR Library Education Network. Informal Learning Review, 125, 6-12.
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Dusenbery, P. (2014, January/February). The STEM education movement in public libraries. Informal Learning Review, 124, 14-19.
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Dusenbery, P. (2013). CAISE spotlight: The STAR Library Education Network [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Dusenbery, P., & Palmquist, S. (2013). Reflections on the Asteroids project: design, implementation, and outcomes. Informal Learning Review, 119.
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Palmquist, S., & Dusenbery, P. (2013). Engaging youth in exhibition development and evaluation - NCIL report: 2013 [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Dusenbery, P., & Curtis, L. (2012, May 1). Library exhibits and programs boost science education. Eos, 93(18), 177-178.
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Dusenbery, P., & McLain, B. (2010). Exhibit development: The importance of process and evaluation. ASP Conference Series, 431, 237-246.
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Dusenbery, P., Harold, J., McLain, B., & Curtis, L. (2008, December). Space weather outreach: An informal education perspective. Advances in Space Research, 42(11), 1837-1843.
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Harold, J., Korn, R., Randall, C., & Dusenbery, P. (2005). Hands-on versus on-line: Evaluating MarsQuest Online [Conference Paper]. Museums and the Web Conference 2005, Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Dusenbery, P., Harold, J., & Morrow, C. (2004). Reaching the public through traveling exhibitions [Conference presentation abstract]. Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society, 36, 1089.
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Morrow, C., & Dusenbery, P. (2004). Workshops for scientists and engineers on education and public outreach. Advances in Space Research, 34(19).
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Dusenbery, P., & Mayo, L. (2004). Developing exhibitions through public/private partnerships: A case study of the Space Weather Center exhibit. ASP Conference Series, 319, 278-280.

Dusenbery, P., & Morrow, C. (2004). Making the connection between formal and informal learning. ASP Conference Series, 319, 275-277.

Harold, J., & Dusenbery, P. (2004). Bringing Mars home: The MarsQuest Online project [Conference Paper]. Museums and the Web Conference 2004, Arlington, Virginia/ Washington DC.
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James B. Harold

Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., Harold, J., Castle, L., & Fitzhugh, G. (2020, January/February). Lessons learned from a decade of STEM exhibitions in libraries. Informal Learning Review, 160, 9-19.
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Harold, J., Goldman, K., & Hines, D. (2016). An astronomy education game for Facebook: Learning from those games you love to hate [Conference Paper]. Games, Learning, and Society Conference 2016, Madison, Wisconsin.
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Dusenbery, P., Harold, J., McLain, B., & Curtis, L. (2008, December). Space weather outreach: An informal education perspective. Advances in Space Research, 42(11), 1837-1843.
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Harold, J., Korn, R., Randall, C., & Dusenbery, P. (2005). Hands-on versus on-line: Evaluating MarsQuest Online [Conference Paper]. Museums and the Web Conference 2005, Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Dusenbery, P., Harold, J., & Morrow, C. (2004). Reaching the public through traveling exhibitions [Conference presentation abstract]. Bulletin of the American Astronomical Society, 36, 1089.
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Harold, J., & Dusenbery, P. (2004). Bringing Mars home: The MarsQuest Online project [Conference Paper]. Museums and the Web Conference 2004, Arlington, Virginia/ Washington DC.
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Anne Holland

Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., Holland, A., Lenstra, N. (March 2025). Building Resilient Communities: A Call to Action for Public Libraries and their Partners [Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Holland, A., Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., and Lenstra, N. (2025). Building Resilient Communities Landscape Survey Summary [Infographic]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Holland, A. (2024, June). Comparing the Preparation of Youth Services Librarians to their on-the-ground Experiences: a Grounded Theory Study Incorporating Criticism and Connoisseurship. A Dissertation Presented to Morgridge College of Education University of Denver.
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Holland, A., Jocz, J., Vierow-Fields, S., Stier, Z., & Gypin, L. (2021). Community Dialogues to Enhance Inclusion and Equity in Public Libraries. Journal of Library Outreach and Engagement, 1(2), 78-95.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2021, January/February). Public library response to COVID: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 165, 10-17.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020, November/December). Public library response to COVID: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 164, 7-13.
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Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., Harold, J., Castle, L., & Fitzhugh, G. (2020, January/February). Lessons learned from a decade of STEM exhibitions in libraries. Informal Learning Review, 160, 9-19.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Summer of space: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Shtivelband, A., Spahr, K. S., Jakubowski, R., LaConte, K., & Holland, A. (2019). Exploring "STEM-Readiness" in Public Libraries. Journal of Library Administration, 59(8), 854-872.
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LaConte, K., Holland, A., Lewis, L., & Ross, M. (2019, January). Community relationships to build family access to STEM learning [White paper]. Global Family Research Project.
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Holland, A. (2019). A teen-led community dialogue guide for public libraries [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Gilbert, D., Silverberg, L., LaConte, K., Holland, A., Caspe, M., & Hanebutt, R. (2019). Community STEM collaborations that support children and families [White paper]. Afterschool Alliance, SSI Education and Learning Research Group, Global Family Research Project.
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Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2018, September/October). Community dialogues in informal science institutions: Strategies to work with underserved audiences, activate new partnerships, and create a more welcoming institution. Informal Learning Review, 152, 21-24.
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Holland, A. (2018, July). A community dialogue framework for public libraries & other informal learning institutions. Informal Science.
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Fraknoi, A., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2018). Eclipse 2017 in libraries: The impact of providing 2.1 million eclipse glasses and support to 7,100 libraries nationwide. ASP Conference Series, 516, 241-250.
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Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2018). A community dialogue guide for public libraries [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Dusenbery, P., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2017). Eclipse 2017: A celestial achievement for public libraries: A final report for the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, NASA, Google, and the National Science Foundation [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A., & LaConte, K. (2017). A community dialogue guide for NASA@ My Library participants [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A. (2016, June). An even briefer history of time. Spark.
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Holland, A. (2016). STEM Resource Clearinghouse focus group results [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A. (2016). Report from the Discover Health/Descubre la Salud community dialogues [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A. (2016). STEM Clearinghouse survey results [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Keliann LaConte

Jocz, J., Dusenbery, P., LaConte, K., & Finton, J. (2021, May/June). Engineers inspiring youth to build their dreams. Connected Science Learning, 3(3).
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LaConte, K., Mitchell, B., Shupla, C., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2021). Lessons Learned from NASA STEM Workshops for High-Impact Professional Development. Public Library Quarterly, 41(6), 1-17.
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Mitchell, B., Ratcliffe, C., & LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM learning in public libraries: A "guide on the side" approach for inclusive learning [White paper]. Children and Libraries, 18(3), 7-10.
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LaConte, K. (2020, June). Creativity and active learning in libraries: Variations on "STEM" in the United Kingdom and Ireland. International Leads, 34(2), 17-19.
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Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., Harold, J., Castle, L., & Fitzhugh, G. (2020, January/February). Lessons learned from a decade of STEM exhibitions in libraries. Informal Learning Review, 160, 9-19.
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LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM up your library [White paper]. Fulbright Program.
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LaConte, K. (2019). Libraries & STEM learning: Results from a survey of libraries across the UK and Ireland. Fulbright Program.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., Fitzhugh, G., Liston, C., LaConte, K., & Dusenbery, P. (2019, September/October). Virtual STEM programs at public libraries featuring scientists. Informal Learning Review, 158, 3-10.
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Shtivelband, A., Spahr, K. S., Jakubowski, R., LaConte, K., & Holland, A. (2019). Exploring "STEM-Readiness" in Public Libraries. Journal of Library Administration, 59(8), 854-872.
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LaConte, K. (2019). Libraries and STEM learning: Results from a survey of Australian libraries. Australian Library and Information Association.
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LaConte, K. (2019, May/June). Libraries and STEM learning: Recommendations for future collaborations based on a national survey. Incite, 40(5/6), 24-25.
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LaConte, K., Mitchell, B., Fitzhugh, G., & Liston, C. (2019). Online learning through the STAR Library Network: Resources, networking, and applied practice in STEM program facilitation. International Journal on Innovations in Online Education, 2(4).
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LaConte, K., Holland, A., Lewis, L., & Ross, M. (2019, January). Community relationships to build family access to STEM learning [White paper]. Global Family Research Project.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., LaConte, K., Dusenbery, P., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2019). Virtual programs featuring scientists [White paper]. Pacific Science Center.
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Gilbert, D., Silverberg, L., LaConte, K., Holland, A., Caspe, M., & Hanebutt, R. (2019). Community STEM collaborations that support children and families [White paper]. Afterschool Alliance, SSI Education and Learning Research Group, Global Family Research Project.
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Fraknoi, A., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2018). Eclipse 2017 in libraries: The impact of providing 2.1 million eclipse glasses and support to 7,100 libraries nationwide. ASP Conference Series, 516, 241-250.
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LaConte, K. (2018). Hands-on STEM as 21st century interpretation. 2018 Interpretive Sourcebook. NAI National Conference.

Dusenbery, P., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2017). Eclipse 2017: A celestial achievement for public libraries: A final report for the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, NASA, Google, and the National Science Foundation [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A., & LaConte, K. (2017). A community dialogue guide for NASA@ My Library participants [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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LaConte, K., & Dusenbery, P. (2016, September/October). STEM learning in public libraries: new perspectives on collaboration from a national conference. Informal Learning Review, 140, 21-27.
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Brooks Mitchell

Mitchell, B. (2022). Mapping the impact of public library programming on you in the Mountain West [[Capstone Project, Penn State University]]. .
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LaConte, K., Mitchell, B., Shupla, C., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2021). Lessons Learned from NASA STEM Workshops for High-Impact Professional Development. Public Library Quarterly, 41(6), 1-17.
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Mitchell, B., Ratcliffe, C., & LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM learning in public libraries: A "guide on the side" approach for inclusive learning [White paper]. Children and Libraries, 18(3), 7-10.
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LaConte, K., Mitchell, B., Fitzhugh, G., & Liston, C. (2019). Online learning through the STAR Library Network: Resources, networking, and applied practice in STEM program facilitation. International Journal on Innovations in Online Education, 2(4).
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Robert Russell

Russell, R. (2012). Designing for thinking in museums. Informal Learning Review.
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Russell, R. (2012, January/February). Designing exhibits for the experience. ASTC Dimensions.
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Russell, R. (2011, September/October). Aliens: More real than ever. Informal Learning Review.
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Russell, R. (2011, July/August). Planning grant-funded projects to enhance your organization's economic viability. ASTC Dimensions.
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Russell, R. (2010, July/August). Summative evaluation of Soundprint's Pole to Pole (NSF #0632194): An exploratory study of the impact of radio documentaries on listener understanding of science research on climate change. Informal Learning Review, 103.
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Stephanie Vierow-Fields

Vierow-Fields, S., Liston, C., & Reid-Mills, S. (2023, January/February). Using near peer subject matter experts in library programming: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 177, 19-26.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Liston, C., & Reid-Mills, S. (2022, November/December). Using near peer subject matter experts in library programming: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 176, 11-17.
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Holland, A., Jocz, J., Vierow-Fields, S., Stier, Z., & Gypin, L. (2021). Community Dialogues to Enhance Inclusion and Equity in Public Libraries. Journal of Library Outreach and Engagement, 1(2), 78-95.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2021, January/February). Public library response to COVID: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 165, 10-17.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020, November/December). Public library response to COVID: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 164, 7-13.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Summer of space: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Education Project Reports

Building Resilient Communities

Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., Holland, A., Lenstra, N. (March 2025). Building Resilient Communities: A Call to Action for Public Libraries and their Partners [Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Dusenbery, P. (March 2025). Climate and Public Health Impacts [Podcast]. STAR Library Education Network. Produced by P. Dusenbery using Google NotebookLM.
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Holland, A., Dusenbery, P., Harmon, S., and Lenstra, N. (2025). Building Resilient Communities Landscape Survey Summary [Infographic]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Dusenbery, P. (November 2024). Building Resilient Communities: Project Overview [Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Background Reports

John E. Kotcher (2024, August 16). How A Health Narrative Can Enhance Communication Of Six Key Truths About Climate Change With Diverse Audiences [Background Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Sarah Levin-Lederer, April Wright (2024, August 16). Centering Health Equity, Environmental Justice, and Climate Justice to Support Communities [Background Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Rae Ostman (2024, August 16). STEM Learning Ecosystems [Background Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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Rebekkah Smith Aldrich (2024, August 16). Public Libraries are Critical Agencies in Multi-Sector Climate Action Plans, Policies, and Actions [Background Report]. STAR Library Education Network.
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NASA@ My Library

Fitzhugh, G. & Jocz, J. (October 2024). NASA@ My Library 2.0: 2024 Evaluation Report [Report]. Education Development Center.
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Fitzhugh, G., Jocz, J., Liston, C., & Stiles, J. (2023). NASA@ My Library 2.0: Summative evaluation report for 2021-2022 [Report]. Education Development Center.
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Durik, A. M., Milstead Post, S., Green, W., Jensen, A. P., Pawirosetiko, J. S., Gibson, C., & Dusenbery, P. B. (2021). Exploring how public libraries can build situational interest in science. Journal of Library Administration, 61(4), 439-457.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2021, January/February). Public library response to COVID: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 165, 10-17.
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LaConte, K., Mitchell, B., Shupla, C., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2021). Lessons Learned from NASA STEM Workshops for High-Impact Professional Development. Public Library Quarterly, 41(6), 1-17.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020, November/December). Public library response to COVID: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 164, 7-13.
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Mitchell, B., Ratcliffe, C., & LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM learning in public libraries: A "guide on the side" approach for inclusive learning [White paper]. Children and Libraries, 18(3), 7-10.
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Keeley, D., Dusenbery, P., & Jocz, J. (2020). STEM kit program guide for state libraries [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Summer of space: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Jocz, J., & Fitzhugh, G. (2020). State library agency summative report [[Report]]. Education Development Center.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., Fitzhugh, G., Liston, C., LaConte, K., & Dusenbery, P. (2019, September/October). Virtual STEM programs at public libraries featuring scientists. Informal Learning Review, 158, 3-10.
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Johnson, A., Chambers, C., LaConte, K., Dusenbery, P., Liston, C., & Fitzhugh, G. (2019). Virtual programs featuring scientists [White paper]. Pacific Science Center.
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Fraknoi, A., Schatz, D., Duncan, D., Dusenbery, P., Holland, A., LaConte, K., & Mosshammer, G. (2018). Eclipse 2017 in libraries: The impact of providing 2.1 million eclipse glasses and support to 7,100 libraries nationwide. ASP Conference Series, 516, 241-250.
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Project BUILD

Tai, R. H., Skeeles-Worley, A. D., Dusenbery, P. B., LaConte, K., Finton, J., & Mitchell, C. (2023). More than Just the Facts: Contributions of Subject Matter Experts to Out-of-School Time Youth Programs. Journal of Library Administration, 63(8), 1075-1089.
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Jocz, J., Dusenbery, P., LaConte, K., & Finton, J. (2021, May/June). Engineers inspiring youth to build their dreams. Connected Science Learning, 3(3).
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2021, January/February). Public library response to COVID: Part 2. Informal Learning Review, 165, 10-17.
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Finton, J., Dusenbery, P., & Jocz, J. (2021). Dream, build, create: Final report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Jocz, J., & Greller, S. (2021). Dream, Build, Create evaluation report [Report]. Education Development Center.
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Vierow-Fields, S., Holland, A., & Dusenbery, P. (2020, November/December). Public library response to COVID: Part 1. Informal Learning Review, 164, 7-13.
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Jocz, J., & Greller, S. (2020). Project BUILD summative evaluation report [Report]. Education Development Center.
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STAR Library Network Phase 2

Mitchell, B., Ratcliffe, C., & LaConte, K. (2020). STEAM learning in public libraries: A "guide on the side" approach for inclusive learning [White paper]. Children and Libraries, 18(3), 7-10.
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Fitzhugh, G., Armstrong, S., Rodriguez, S., & Coulon, V. (2019). STAR Net Phase 2 summative evaluation report [Report]. Education Development Center.
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Gilbert, D., Silverberg, L., LaConte, K., Holland, A., Caspe, M., & Hanebutt, R. (2019). Community STEM collaborations that support children and families [White paper]. Afterschool Alliance, SSI Education and Learning Research Group, Global Family Research Project.
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Jakubowski, R., & Shtivelband, A. (2018). STEM perception, readiness, & recommendations: A conversation with library practitioners [White paper]. Datum Advisors, Research Evaluation Consulting.
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Shtivelband, A., Riendeau, L., & Jakubowski, R. (2017). Building upon the STEM movement. Children and Libraries, 15(4).
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Shtivelband, A., Wallander-Roberts, A., & Jakubowski, R. (2016). STEM equity in informal learning settings: The role of public libraries [White paper]. Datum Advisors, Research Evaluation Consulting.
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Shtivelband, A., Riendeau, L., Wallander-Roberts, A., & Jakubowski, R. (2016). Implementing effective STEM programming in public libraries: Eight recommendations [White paper]. Datum Advisors, Research Evaluation Consulting.
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Hakala, J., MacCarthy, K., Dewaele, C., & Wells, M. (2016). STEM in public libraries: National Survey Results [Report]. University of Colorado.
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Starchitect

Haley Goldman, K., Montano, P., Craig, E., & Wilcox, E. (2016). Starchitect: Summative Evalution for Space Science Institute [Report]. Audience Viewpoints Consulting.
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2015 Public Libraries & STEM Conference

MacCarthy, K. (2015). Conference evaluation [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Falk, J. (2015). The Science Learning Ecosystem [White paper]. Institute for Learning Innovation.
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Glass, M. (2015). Learning labs in libraries and museums: Case studies in collaboration [White paper]. Association of Science-Technology Centers.
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Lankes, R. (2015). Expect more: Why libraries cannot become STEM educators [White paper]. School of Information Studies.
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Semmel, M. (2015). "Collective Impact" and STEM learning: Joining forces to make a difference in communities [White paper]. Marsha Semmel Consulting.
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Zeigler, M. (2015). Engaging audiences underrepresented in STEM fields [White paper]. .
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STAR Library Network Phase 1

Baek, J. (2013). The accidental STEM librarian: An exploratory interview study with eight librarians [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Baek, J. (2013). Public libraries as places for STEM learning: An exploratory interview study with eight librarians [White paper]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Fitzhugh, G., Elworth, J., & Coulon, V. (2013). STAR_Net summative evaluation report [Report]. Evaluation & Research Associates.
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Goldman, K. (2011). STAR_Net front-end evaluation report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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From Our Town to Outer Space (FOTOS)

Coulon, V. (2018). From Our Town to Outer Space (FOTOS): Bringing NASA science and engineering to underserved communities through a national public library exhibition program - Final evaluation report [Report]. Education Development Center.
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Discover Health/Descubre la Salud

Dusenbery, P., O'Connell, J. R., & Crist, B. (2022, January/February). Libraries respond to community health needs: Programs and survey results. Informal Learning Review, 171, 22-32.
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Dusenbery, P., O'Connell, J. R., & Crist, B. (2021). Colorado public library health program survey report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Knight-Williams, V., Dobrowolski, R., & Williams, D. (2020). A cross-site analysis of the Discover Health exhibit, programming, and partnerships (Summative evaluation report 1 or 2) [Report]. Knight Williams Inc.
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Knight-Williams, V., Dobrowolski, R., & Williams, D. (2020). A case study of the Discover Health exhibit at one library site (Summative evaluation report 2 or 2) [Report]. Knight Williams Inc.
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O'Connell, J. R., & Dusenbery, P. (2020). Health fair report [Report]. Colorado Area Health Education Centers.
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Knight-Williams, V., Dobrowolski, R., Williams, D., & Simmons, G. (2017). Discover Health/Descubre la Salud training working evaluation [Report]. Knight Williams Inc.
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La Grave, M. (2016). Latino audience focus group summary [Report]. Latin American Center for Arts, Science and Education.
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Holland, A. (2016). Report from the Discover Health/Descubre la Salud community dialogues [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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STEM Resource Clearinghouse

Holland, A. (2016). STEM Resource Clearinghouse focus group results [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Holland, A. (2016). STEM Clearinghouse survey results [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Discover Earth Research Project

Gonzalez, J., & Goldman, K. (2013). Discover Earth: An innovative technology program for libraries and their communities [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Asteroids!

Palmquist, S., & Messick Cherry, T. (2012). Astronomical Society of the Pacific Space Rocks kit evaluation memo report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Palmquist, S., Messick Cherry, T., & Hershorin, K. (2012). Great Balls of Fire: Comets, Asteroids, Meteors - Summative evaluation [Report]. Institute for Learning Innovation.
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Palmquist, S., & Messick Cherry, T. (2011). Student Asteroid Teams summative evaluation [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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Messick Cherry, T., & Hershorin, K. (2011). ASTC Connect: Expanding roles for youth in informal learning environments evaluation memo [Report]. Institute for Learning Innovation.
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Giant Worlds

Korn & Associates. (2008). Exhibition evaluation: Summative evaluation of Giant Worlds [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates, Inc.
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Korn & Associates. (2005). Giant Planets front-end evaluation - Mothers and daughters: Attitudes and interests [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates Inc.
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Alien Earths

Visitor Studies Services (2005). Alien Earths summative evaluation [Report]. Visitor Studies Services.
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Koke, J. (2003). Cosmic Origins front-end report [Report]. SSI Education and Learning Research Group.
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MarsQuest

Korn & Associates. (2002). MarsQuest summative evaluation [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates, Inc.
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Korn & Associates. (1998). A front-end evaluation of MarsQuest [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates Inc.
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Electric Space

Korn & Associates. (1997). Electric Space: A Summative Evaluation [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates, Inc.
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Korn & Associates. (1992). Electric Space: The Sun-Earth environment - Visitor responses to a front-end evaluation [Report]. Randi Korn & Associates Inc.
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