The document discusses the importance and advantages of social science museums in schools. It notes that museums bring history and social studies topics to life more vividly than lectures alone. A well-organized social science museum in each school can collect, classify, and exhibit objects and materials to enhance classroom teaching of topics. Such museums stimulate deep thinking, foster imagination, and encourage self-education among students. They help illustrate political, social, and cultural developments over time and between societies.
this presentation on Museum Education has been developed by me while working in a govt. non-profit organization. cover photo: collected from V&A Museum module provided to a member of my organization; this project was in connection with an in-service training at V&A but the report was solely prepared by myself and was in common interest.
this presentation on Museum Education has been developed by me while working in a govt. non-profit organization. cover photo: collected from V&A Museum module provided to a member of my organization; this project was in connection with an in-service training at V&A but the report was solely prepared by myself and was in common interest.
This Presentation is prepared for Graduate Students. A presentation consisting of basic information regarding the topic. Students are advised to get more information from recommended books and articles. This presentation is only for students and purely for academic purposes. The pictures/Maps included in the presentation are taken/copied from the internet. The presenter is thankful to them and herewith courtesy is given to all. This presentation is only for academic purposes.
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This Presentation is prepared for Graduate Students. A presentation consisting of basic information regarding the topic. Students are advised to get more information from recommended books and articles. This presentation is only for students and purely for academic purposes. The pictures/Maps included in the presentation are taken/copied from the internet. The presenter is thankful to them and herewith courtesy is given to all. This presentation is only for academic purposes.
‘Traces of the past’ is an educational program which aims to restore cultural heritage of Poland. It is also the way to look for the connections among cultures and show common responsibilities. The program initiates youth actions dedicated to preservation and promotion of local cultural heritage. It is intended for students from middle and high schools, implemented during civic education, history, literature, art classes as well as within extra classes programmes. Students search for a historical monument in their region, learn about its history and take care of it , “adopt” a chosen object. Then, in cooperation with a local government and regional cultural institutions, they provide initiatives toward restoration of the monument. These activities serve to promote cultural heritage of a particular town and region. While participating in the project, youngsters rediscover the history of their home-place.
"Engaging Museum Audiences" - seminars offered across New Zealand in Nov/Dec, 2009 by Nina Simon of Museum 2.0. The content is very similar to another slideshare upload by Nina, "MuseumNext Participatory Museum."
From ancient Alexandria, Egypt to modern day Chicago, IL, museums have resided all over the world for all different purposes. Check out the history of museums here.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
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2. INTRODUCTION
The museum as an instrument of popular education is a twentieth
century phenomenon. Until very recently museums were private
clubs for the intellectually privileged and exhibits were arranged in
such a way as to be almost meaningless unscientifically and
inartistically. All this has changed. Modern museums are cultural
centre of the community
Secondary Education Commission (1952-53) emphasized
the use of museums in the teaching of social science. Museum as the
word implies, the temple of muse, is intended to be a place for study.
Today it is considered essential that every school should have a
Museum with separate section foe each subject. If this could be
possible it will be ideal. But it is essential and desirable that there
should be a Social Science museum in each school.
3. Organisation of social science museum can be taken up as co-
curricular activity. Museums have a great educative value. These are
recreation centres also. These contain non-reading materials, which
presents valuable information concerning the past periods. Events,
persons, etc. are presented in the form of real objects, pictures,
drawings, etc. The museums can procure and maintain various
materials that could be effectively used in class room teaching. These
can be collected, classified and exhibited by students and teachers. It
provides insights in to how people lived, how society has progressed
and how science has developed since time immemorial. It stimulates
enthusiasm for deep study and research among students as well as
teachers.
IMPORTANCE AND ADVANTAGES
The Secondary Education Commission has rightly remarked that, ”
Museums play a great part in the education of school children as
they bring home to them much more vividly than any prosaic
lectures , the discoveries of the past and the various developments
that have taken place in many fields of science and technology ”
Museum contain real object of historical, geographical,
scientific and cultural importance which can make social
science learning dynamic, lively , rich and realistic .
These develop interest among learners to accumulate,
preserve, classify and put on reference worthwhile informative
material.
These throw light on political, social, cultural and artistic
developments of different periods in different countries.
4. The teacher can take the students to the museum to observe
relevant material if available, before or after teaching a
particular lesson.
It makes the teaching of social science lively and provides direct
experience.
It helps to inculcate values such as national integration and
international understanding.
It adds reality to teaching, and makes children active. It
encourages curiosity self-education.
It increases power for thinking and fosters imagination and
creativity among students.
If articles prepared by students are worthwhile these could
become items of the museum. This recognition will encourage
learning by doing and also provide reinforcement.
The social science museum can motivate students to prepare
exhibits and satisfy their urge for construction and creativity.
POINT TO BE KEPT IN MIND IN THE MAINTANENCEAND
USE OF A SOCIAL SCIENCE MUSEUM
Museum would be airy and well ventilated
Articles should be securely placed
The title and the date should be mentioned on the object along
with the information about its procurement
Insecticides may be used when necessary
Children should not be allowed to touch the objects
A list of all the objects placed in the museum should be
maintained
The exhibits should be carefully cleaned and handled with care
5. CONCLUSION
Museums are recreation centres. It enhances the education
field. These museums contain non reading material which
presents valuable information concerning the past periods
events personal things and happenings in the form of real
objects, pictures, drawing etc. museum provides information
on how people lived, how science has developed since time
immemorial. These museums add reality to teaching and make
children active. It encourages self- education and curiosity.
REFERENCE
“The teaching of social studies” –H.S. SINDHU. Tandon
publications. Ludhiana
