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The development of innovative practice in Science Shops is now supported through a customised training toolbox and appropriate partnering and exchange (mentoring) among members of Living Knowledge. All members of Living Knowledge can participate in activities (e.g. workshops, conferences) and make use of the results and materials developed during former project activities such as TRAMS. This service will empower new Science Shops in developing professional standards and enable existing science shops to refine and improve their practice through updated professional know-how. The European added value will come from exchange of good practices across different countries, incorporating the experiences and needs of new and potential European partners. The Toolbox offers:
In addition you can find an overview of Frequently
Asked Questions and indicative answers in the section 'FAQ'.
Training
Programmes
By following the link to the Training programmes database you can download a MS Access database (1.5 MB) with all relevant information. Based on the Training Programmes and the FAQ two E-modules have
been developed. Get
started with the E-modules The Scenario Workshop Toolkit
has been specifically developed to give insights into a workshop
method, which supports and facilitates active participation of people
from across society and across different interest groups. The setting
of a Scenario Workshop offers the participants a direct opportunity
for exchanging and discussing their points of view, doubts,
suggestions and wishes regarding a particular topic or problem with
experts and decision-makers. Furthermore it is a tool for promoting
dialogue, furthering involvement and managing constructive discussions
between various groups.
The Scenario Workshop Toolkit
(pdf, 1.3 MB) focuses on a mentoring process to support the
development of new Science Shop initiatives and the sharing of
expertise on Science Shop procedures and processes. Science Shop Summer Schools If you are searching for a community-based research organisation you can check the 'Living Knowledge database'. There you can find an overview of community-based research organisations like Science Shops. You can select on organisation, theme and country.You can also add your organisation to this database.
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