Unit details
AIM723 - Heritage Interpretation
| Offered at: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Sweet |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Module 1: Planning Integrated Programs
- Definitions of interpretation
- Introduction to principles of, and approaches to, learning in a preservation environment
- The role of visitor research
- Outline of communication techniques and activities
- Establishing objectives and developing ideas and themes
- Setting selection criteria for interpretive media
- The design and implementation of a range of public programs that communicate the significance of collections and sites. Examples might include:
- presentations such as guided tours, talks by professional staff and lectures;
- 'meet the curator', 'behind-the-scenes' tours and 'hands-on' activities;
- audio-visual, sound and light and multi-media; involving volunteers;
- programs for schools and other educational audiences;
- performances, literary events and drawing.
Module 3: Off-site Programs
- The design and implementation of a range of public programs that communicate the significance of collections and sites to audiences beyond the walls of a museum or the boundaries of a site. Examples might include:
- outreach programs for particular communities; enthusiast tours, expeditions and field trips;
- role of publications;
- use of web-sites for interpretive programs;
- special events and celebrations.
Assessment
Three assignments: 2x1250 words each, 25% each, 1x2500 words, 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $680 | $680 | $680 | $1950 | $2513 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
**** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2005
***** Fee rate for students who commenced studies from 2006
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
