Workforce Development Through Research-Based, Plasma-Focused Science Education and Public Engagement: Needs Assessment and Brainstorming Session

In a step towards forming a network to support public engagement and informal science education efforts in plasma physics, we have gathered a diverse group of speakers including physics education researchers, science communicators, K-12 educators, and colleagues to establish model practices for and by the plasma community and experts in related fields. In this session, participants will share their lessons learned and needs for support with each other to lay the groundwork for a truly collaborative and cohesive network. Participants are invited to explore what resources a network for Plasma Public Engagement, Informal Science Education and Workforce Development might offer to its members. Potential resources might include: listings of opportunities for public engagement and collaborators, training sessions, curated resources reviewed by members, research supporting effective engagement, etc. The ideas considered in this discussion session will be summarized and made available to the DPP community.