Next Generation HOP
 

 
The South Dakota Discovery Center is looking for your input about the next generation of HOP exhibits. HOP exhibits are traveling exhibits that can be set up at libraries, after school sites and youth centers, giving South Dakotans a chance to investigate and explore through hands-on activities. This survey will help us understand what exhibit hosts and potential exhibit hosts are looking for in an exhibit.

1. Have you rented a HOP exhibit before?

2. On a scale of 1 - 5, rate how strongly you agree with the following statements. A rating of one (1) means the you strongly disagree, five (5) means you strongly agree. Three (3) means you are neutral without a strong preference either way.

 Strongly disagreeNeutralStrongly agree
I'm looking for a big "wow" factor.
We have lots of space!
I want to have a science center experience at my venue.
A smaller exhibit works best for us.
To feel like an exhibit, there should be several pieces that are at least as big as a small child.
Colorful and fun is what will engage my audience.

3. On a scale of 1 - 5, please tell how important each of the following qualities are to you for an EXHIBIT. One (1) = not important at all. Five (5)= extremely important. Three (3) is neutral.

 Not Important At AllNeutralExtremely Important
The exhibit can be transported in a car/van.
The interactive elements can be set up on table top.
The signage can be set up on a table top.
The exhibit can be set up by one person.
The exhibit does not require electricity.
The exhibit footprint is less than 500 square feet.
The exhibit is not hauled in a trailer.

4. On a scale of 1 - 5, please tell how important each of the following qualities are to you for ACTIVITY KITS. One (1) = not important at all. Five (5)= extremely important. Three (3) is neutral.

 Not Important At AllNeutralExtremely Important
Activity kits are provided.
Activities include arts.
Activities include science.
Activities are geared for PREK - K.
Activities are geared for GRADES 1 - 3.
Activities are geared for GRADES 4 - 6.
Activity kits have most of the required supplies.
Activity kits come with supporting literature.

5. Please tell us a little about each topic. Feel free to be as open ended and particular to your situation as you want.

6. Which themes do you think would make a good exhibit for your audience? Select up to THREE (3).