MUST 300 - Museum Education

Credit Hours: 4
Frequency of Offering: Offered annually in the spring semester

This course introduces students to the history, theory, and practice of educational programming at institutions that preserve and interpret public resources, such as museums, zoos, archives, and parks. Examples for study will be drawn from a wide variety of these institutions, and will include programs designed for learners from pre-school to adults. Through lectures, readings, assignments, discussion, and field trips, students will cover program development, implementation, and evaluation, building the practical skills and critical thinking required to be a creative, engaging, and effective educator in this growing field.