June, 2010
Ask the Expert with Visitor Experience Guru Nina Simon
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - 8:45am - 11:00am
This online class gives you the chance to chat online with author and exhibit designer Nina Simon. Simon is author of The Participatory Museum, where she presents techniques for cultural institutions to invite visitor participation while promoting institutional goals. The online chat session will be followed by a facilitated discussion on audience participation in museums and cultural institutions. Cost: $12.
Technology, Interpretation, and Education 2010
BPLI/AAM Online Conference
House of Hospitality, Alhambra Room, 2nd floor
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 (All day) - Thursday, June 24, 2010 (All day)
The Learning Institute will broadcast two days of the American Association of Museum’s online Technology, Interpretation and Education conference. Register to drop in or attend all of the conference that will explore current technology trends and practices in museum education, interpretation, exhibition, public programs, and outreach. Cost: $20 per day, $35 for both days, and $50 for up to 5 participants from a single institution to attend any sessions across both days.