ANTH 463 - Learning in Museums

Description:
This course will provide students with the foundational theory necessary for planning, writing, and implementing museum educational programs. Course will be offered on even numbered years (Winter).

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Identify broad developments in museum interpretation and education in theory and practice.
Employ museum education strategies in an interpretive context.
Analyze how museum education programs can incorporate the needs of diverse audiences.
Propose a museum education program that would strengthen museum-community partnerships.
Design a museum education program that incorporates knowledge of community/ target audience.
Evaluate museum education programs using knowledge learned from readings, lectures, and discussions.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/19/17