MSEM 631 Museum Learning: Theory and Practices

3 credits 45.0 hours
600 level graduate course

Prepares museum educators for the development of educational programs and plans for diverse types of museums and alternative learning sites. Exposes students to current issues and trends in museum education such as interdisciplinary and integrated learning, and issues of diversity. Methods of interpreting works of art, artifacts, and collections are studied. Extensive, “theory into practice” component provides students with the opportunity to apply theory to actual permanent collection and temporary exhibition projects at area museums.

Priority enrollment to Museum Studies majors.
This course is not repeatable for credit.
This course is equated with the following courses: AE*615, MSEM*631, MS*615, MSEM*631