Questions of the Day (QOTD) Host Fanuel Muindi talks with Meghan Groome, the Senior Vice President for Education at the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS). She has over 20 years of experience as a science educator and oversees a portfolio of science education programs that aim to engage students and build enthusiasm for science. A core part of NYAS's theory of change is on using a collective impact model that focuses on activating its vast network of scientist members who participate in various science education initiatives. They employ a service learning model where scientists not only serve as mentors, but they also gain valuable skills in communication, pedagogy, and mentoring. The programs are designed to give teachers and students agency in driving projects based on their interests and needs. Groome discusses strategies for scaling science education initiatives such as building capacity through partnerships with aligned organizations, utilizing technology to reduce administrative burden, and providing training for scientists on public engagement. She emphasizes the importance of discovering student and teacher motivations, ensuring the experience is fun and meaningful. The conversation provides insights into NYAS's experiential science education programs and their efforts to drive engagement, access, and scale through service learning models and strategic partnerships.

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