Isbn: 9781334767371 - educational work in museums of the united states: development, methods and trends (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book, a historical account of educational work in American museums, demonstrates the evolution of this activity from its origins in the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. The author traces the development of a variety of educational programs, including adult lectures, teacher training, and outreach initiatives for schools and children. She examines the motivations behind these efforts, which ranged from a desire to increase public awareness of science and art to a commitment to fostering civic engagement. The book also explores the challenges faced by museums in balancing their educational mission with their role as repositories of cultural artifacts. Through extensive research and interviews with museum professionals, the author provides a comprehensive overview of the development of museum education in the United States, highlighting its significance in shaping the role of museums in American society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…