Science Learning Research
Our science storytelling methods include research on the potential of collaborative science video storytelling to 1.) increase STEM learning for participating students and public audiences and 2.) increase science communication skills for participating scientists
Publications:
Seidel Dena K. , Morin Xenia K. , Staffen Marissa , Ludescher Richard D. , Simon James E. , Schofield Oscar. Building a collaborative, university-based science-in-action video storytelling model that translates science for public engagement and increases scientists’ relatability. Frontiers in Communication. Vol 7, 2023. DOI: 10.3389/fcomm.2022.1049648
Seidel, D., Staffen, M., Abdallah, L., & Morin, X. (2025). Outcomes of a 4-H STEM Learning Enrichment Program Using Video Storytelling. The Journal of Extension, 63(1), Article 18.
Our Research Questions include:
Can university scientists increase their relatability and public engagement through science-in-action video storytelling?
How does youth led film stories featuring scientists inspire motivation to learn science through authorship, agency and responsibility.
How does documenting scientists in action and shaping that footage into a narrative teach youth about the science process?
How does the iterative editing of science in action film footage reinforce science learning?
