This project is sponsored by the Museum of Science and Industry (Chicago, Illinois). The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) contacted... Show more This project is sponsored by the Museum of Science and Industry (Chicago, Illinois). The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) contacted Illinois Institute of Technology’s Interprofessional Projects program about enlisting a student team to develop content for its website (http://www.msichicago.org) over the course of two semesters (Fall 2007 and Spring 2008). The team has been tasked with further developing three interactive modules for the website. These modules are intended to raise scientific inquiry and support pre-existing scientific knowledge. There are three major areas of concentration for each group. Programmers, designers and content managers will aid in the development of each module. Programmers will need a proficient understanding of Flash, and the ability to utilize a mysquel and database and code in .NETcoding. Designers will be responsible for creating educationally accurate and visually appealing images. Content mangers will be required to relay clear and concise content that reflects age-appropriate and scientifically accurate curricula. MSI is currently developing a more modern and interactive website. The IPRO team will aid the museum by adding Flash modules to further interactivity. MSI provided the team with examples of successful preexisting scientific websites. These include: the Exploratorium (http://www.exploratorium.edu) and the Franklin Institute (http://www.fi.edu). These websites, and others, have been evaluated by the IPRO team and judged by their success in qualitative learning. The museum's goal is to incorporate emerging technologies, ultimately transforming the “brochure like” website into a more engaging attraction for potential museum visitors. Finalized developed modules will be incorporated into MSI's website re-launch in 2008. Deliverables Show less
