MUSE 6893 - Introduction to Museum Education

Credits: 3
This course will provide and introduction to the theoretical and practical aspects of developing and evaluating educational programming at museums, archives, historic sites and science centers. Students will also learn about the challenges and opportunities museums face with interpreting and educating visitors about objects and/or events related to marginalized groups, history, culture and experience. To promote a hands-on experience, some class sessions will be held off-campus at historic sites, museums, science centers, or archives.