Museum Education II

Catalog description

Learn how education theory can help museums attract learners of all ages and cultural backgrounds, including adults, seniors, and family audiences. Explore how theories of learning and audience motivations for museum visitation influence the development of exhibits, technology such as websites and podcasts, collaborations with adult organizations, and professional assessment. Examples from museums of diverse genres from across the country and around the world will be used to explore how museums can turn lifelong learners into constituents and docents.