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The Marine Lab Outreach Program:  designing an interactive, problem-based program for multi-generational users.  E. NEMCHONOK, M. JOURDAN, C. BENO, and S. GILCHRIST.  Natural Sciences, New College of Florida, Sarasota, FL 34243.  Edutainment, combining educational activities with entertainment, has become common at theme parks and in museums.  However, it is difficult to assess how much educational value is retained by clients of different ages and backgrounds.  The MLOP team researched group dynamics, learning styles, tests and measurements, as well as specific scientific information about marine topics to prepare interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for a pilot group of participants.   Feedback on the pilot program showed that pairing thematic interactive and informational activities was effective.