Teaching in the Art Museum: Interpretation as Experience

Burnham, Rika,Kai-Kee, Elliott

ISBN 10: 1606060589 / ISBN 13: 9781606060582

Published by J. Paul Getty Museum, 2011

Acceptable: This book shows clear signs of use but remains completely readable and functional. *Book itself is in good condition however, it is marked as acceptable due to underlining throughout. The cover may have visible wear such as scuffing, creases, or small tears. Pages may contain writing, highlighting, or underlining, but the text is not obscured. The binding is intact and secure. May include stickers or sticker residue from previous use. A solid reading copy. Seller Inventory # mon0000012618

Synopsis:

At the heart of all good art museum teaching is an effort to bring people and artworks together in meaningful ways. But what constitutes an experience of a work of art? What should be taught and why? This book addresses these and myriad other questions and investigates the mission, history, theory, practice, and future prospects of museum education. Every critical issue that has preoccupied the profession throughout its hundred-year history is considered from the lecture- vs. conversation-based teaching argument to the role of information in gallery teaching. This is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in museum teaching, from professional museum educators to students.

About the Author: Rika Burnham is head of education at The Frick Collection in New York. Elliott Kai-Kee is an education specialist at the J. Paul Getty Museum.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Teaching in the Art Museum: Interpretation ...
Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: paperback
Condition: Acceptable