Analysis on exhibits for nuclear energy of science museums

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The purpose of this study was to provide information about exhibits for nuclear energy in science museums. This analysed form and content of exhibits of science museums. The subjects were exhibits of 3 science museums; Seoul science park, Seoul national science museum, Gwachen national science museum. The research results were as follows: First, 3 science museums had similar methods of exhibits and types of explanations because of speciality of theme. 3 science museums had mostly fixed exhibit. Panel was the most types of explanations in 3 science museums. Second, 3 science museums had similar contents of exhibits. They dealt with nuclear power generation and radiation. However, Some parts such as radioactive waste, nuclear fusion generation had different. This study suggests that exhibits for nuclear energy of science museums use a variety of methods and types of explanation. Also, science museums need to increase exhibits for nuclear energy.