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Educația muzeală: transformarea patrimoniului cultural în resursă comunitară
Museum education: transforming cultural heritage into a community resource

Author(s): Elena Nicoleta Albu
Subject(s): Social Sciences, Education, Essay|Book Review |Scientific Life, School education, Vocational Education, Cultural Essay, Pedagogy
Published by: EDITURA ISTROS A MUZEULUI BRĂILEI „CAROL I”
Keywords: Museum education; cultural heritage; Community; Cultural identity.

Summary/Abstract: Museum education plays a crucial role in conserving and promoting cultural heritage, aiming to raise awareness and engage communities in its appreciation. Educational activities facilitate the understanding of cultural identity and contribute to the preservation of local traditions, promoting cultural diversity. Museum education programs, such as interactive guided tours and creative workshops, are essential for raising awareness about the value of heritage, helping visitors develop a deep understanding of its historical and cultural context. Museums, as institutions of culture and education, have theres ponsibility to adapt to the needs of communities, including disadvantaged groups, through initiatives that facilitate access to cultural resources. In the digital age, museums can expand the accessibility of heritage through online platforms, thus contributing to ongoing education and the development of amore informed society. The role of the museum educator is to organize and implement educational programs, fostering an interdependent relationship between education and cultural management, which is essential for community development. Although museum education faces financial, structural, and human resource challenges, a strategic approach and collaboration between institutions can maximize its impact, integrating cultural heritage into the everyday life of communities.

  • Issue Year: XXIV/2024
  • Issue No: 24
  • Page Range: 303-311
  • Page Count: 9
  • Language: English, Romanian
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