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MUSE7012 Public History and Museums

Joost Schokkenbroek

Semester 2, Tuesdays,14:00-16:50

Quick overview
 

This course discusses the key tasks, opportunities, and challenges for museums to research, define, display, and teach history, emphasizing the responsibility to address societal issues in an honest and verifiable manner.

Who it's for

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This course is part of the Education concentration.

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Description

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In this day and age, with modern technology and unlimited access to information, the line between fact and fiction has become increasingly opaque. As trusted public institutions, museums are expected to represent a true and balanced analysis of historical facts and a fair perception of the past and present significance of cultures. In the wake of constant political and societal change, museums have long been viewed as unbiased authorities; however, they are routinely challenged to adapt their operations based on shifting regimes and perceptions.

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