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2012-2013 University Catalog 
    
2012-2013 University Catalog [Archived Catalogue]

Museum Education, Master of Arts


Programs   >  Programs in the College of Art, Media, & Design 
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Contacts

Polly McKenna-Cress \ pmckennacress@uarts.edu \ 215.717.6328
Chairperson, Museum Studies

Helen M. Shannon \ hshannon@uarts.edu  \ 215.717.6051
Director, Museum Education

Description

This 3-semester degree offers the opportunity to obtain theoretical and practical foundation as well as the experience necessary to develop programs for audiences of all ages in museums of all subjects - art, history, cultural history and science. Students in the Museum Education program learn to teach in a museum setting; to use a variety of means, including text, speech and new media to foster museum learning for children, teenagers, and adults; and to understand administrative skills needed to support education programs. Coursework comprises educational theory and methods; museum history and practice; internships; and the writing and defense of the master’s thesis.

Program Requirements (45 Credits)