GEM Professional Development
museum learning
Institute of Education, University of London
Accredited Professional Development Course
designed by the Institute of Education, University of London in partnership with
GEM
Begins Tuesday 20
January 2009
(Six full days over three weeks)
This is an accredited course to support the professional development of those
involved in museum education.
This innovative course was originally designed by the Institute of Education,
University of London in partnership with GEM to meet the needs of new entrants
to museum education, however, the course is also likely to be of interest to
freelance educators who wish to update their skills.
Course aims:
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to address contemporary issues in museum education;
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to identify areas of educational need within participants' work settings;
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to develop a strategic plan for an identified institution.
Course content:
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understanding museum audiences;
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learning from objects;
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education programmes and services;
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partnerships and networking;
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designing a museum education project.
Mode of attendance:
Attendance is required on all the following days between 10.00 - 18.00:
Tuesday 20 January 2009
Wednesday 21 January 2009
Tuesday 27 January 2009
Wednesday 28 January 2009
Wednesday 4 February 2009
Thursday 5 February 2009
In addition participants are required to carry out some museum-based research
during directed study time with the support of experienced museum educators.
Tutors:
Course Leaders:
Dr Pam Meecham, Research Tutor, Art, Design & Museology
John Reeve, formerly Head of Education at the British Museum
Sessions will be led by staff of the Art, Design & Museology department at the
Institute of Education and leading professionals from the museum education
sector.
Accreditation:
The course is accredited by the Institute of Education, University of London, as
an element in the Graduate Diploma in Professional Studies. On successful
completion of the course at the appropriate level, and submission of a 4,000
words written assignment, participants will be awarded 30 credits which, as part
of the credit transfer scheme, is one sixth of an MA Degree.
Course Fee:
£654
Method of Application:
Applications are invited from graduates with a strong commitment to learning in
museums. If you would like an application form please write to or email
j.borradaile@ioe.ac.uk
Josephine Borradaile
Art, Design & Museology
Institute of Education, University of London
20 Bedford Way
London
WC1H 0AL
Completed application forms should be returned to Josephine Borradaile together
with a short (max 300 words) supporting statement about your views on museum
education. Early application is recommended.