AHVS488V

Museums as Learning Environments

Examines the role of museums, galleries, interpretive centres and other related organizations as effective informal learning environments. Topics include an exploration of the history and frameworks for museum learning and practice, learning theories and understanding visitors, audience engagement and development, organizations and facilities that support learning; strategies for design and marketing, research and evaluation of learning initiatives.

Lecture: 3h

Lab: 0h

Tutorial: 0h

Credits: 1.5