This course examines theory and practice regarding museum education programs and strategies, audiences, administrative roles, technology, and evaluation. Diverse museum examples are a basis for comparative study. Museum and education experts are utilized. Objectives become familiar with current theories, research, and practices in museum education, gain understanding of necessary education and knowledge required of museum education professionals, learn about current, innovative educational programs and strategies in museums, explore potentials and challenges in museum education planning and programming, become familiar with roles and responsibilities of a museum education curator, and develop educational materials and conduct research related to museum education. More than one absence will lower final grade incrementally.
Partial absences can also affect grade.
One Saturday, and probably one class session, will be designated for a field trip, as well. The National Art Education Association. The Museum Experience. Excellence and Equity. If you have a documented disability and anticipate needing accommodations in this course, please make an appointment with me during the first week of the term.