Aims and Vision

Children learn:

    • by Playing. The pleasure to experiment Science and technical abilities in a natural way.
    • by Doing. Manipulate, create, use tools. Through this method children are engaged in an autonomous learning process and they feel free from notions and strict disciplinary approaches (Learning by doing).
    • through Senses. Sensorial perception is central in the learning process thanks to interaction between the self and the world.
    • in Autonomy. Children find space and opportunities to engage in experiences with different materials and tools, to behave like adults in a positive atmosphere.
    • through Previous experiences. Experience has a central role in hands-on learning method: the visitor is the protagonist of his own enhancement and knowledge.
    • through Personal Motivation. Stimulate curiosity and encourage learning and emotional abilities, through a positive attitude towards knowledge.
    • through Active Participation. Explora offers the opportunity to use information in different occasions and contexts.
    • through Creativity. Explora fosters the problem-solving ability and encourages team work.
    • though Self – guided tours. Free tours and schedules guarantee the opportunity to repeat and rethink, to do being aware of their own actions.
    • with the Others. Sharing experiences with adults – parents, tutors, teachers – children find a union thread between experience and knowledge. Sharing is a pleasant way to gain experience and discovery.

    Explora’s Method offers:

    • interactive exhibitions designed for children of all ages, for hands on experiences;
    • self-guided tours supported by guidelines that will engage adults too.
    • Temporary exhibits and exhibitions stimulating creativity and craft abilities;
    • education activities and teachers’ training, to complement the traditional educational system through informal activities.
    • creative workshops that stimulate creativity and encourage experience.
    • a constant renewal to offer visitors each time a different experience.