[Nhcoll-l] July on-line classes
Jeff Stephenson
Jeff.Stephenson at dmns.org
Wed Jul 1 10:23:53 EDT 2015
Hello,
Please see below for a compendium of on-line courses in Museum Studies and Collections Management. This list is provided by the Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections Professional Development Committee as a monthly service for Nhcoll subscribers. Please contact the course providers or instructors for more information or questions.
Thank you.
>From Museum Study, LLC:
Join Instructor Lori Benson for the 4 week online course Introduction to Natural History Collections beginning August 3 on MuseumStudy.com. This course is for staff and institutions that primarily work with other types of collections; such as history, ethnography and art. We will focus on the issues encountered by collections staff including the importance of natural science and objects composed with biological and geological materials, documentation needs, identification, legal concerns and regulatory compliance issues, storage concerns, hazards, appropriate handling, pest management and issues related to loans and use.
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Brad Bredehoft
CEO
Museum Study, LLC
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>From Helen Alten
Northern States Conservation Center
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July Courses
MS 235: Scripting the Exhibition: Labels and Interpretive Panels
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Karin Hostetter
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
So much to say and so little space in which to say it. That is the dilemma when scripting an exhibition. How do you say what needs to be said in the space available? How do you even figure out how to limit the information in the first place? Discover the value of themes, tangibles, intangibles, and universals in writing exhibit text that visitors really want to read -- and remember. Additional resources provided on font size and colors as well as label layout.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_scripting-2Dexhibition-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=bgBJqb6ZzfUIRYhsP1f60q14_t_X_xqysWxPNLprJjM&e=
MS262: Moving Collections
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Helen Alten
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Moving collections is a daunting task. Fragile items need special packing and care to be safely transported. Large, heavy or awkward items like dinosaurs and oversized sculptures require special equipment and support from local authorities. How do you design your project to meet the budget and timing demands of your administration? Are your collections over-packed in acidic boxes and does your move includes improving their storage and care? Collections often take up more room when they are stored properly. How do you determine your needed storage space when the collection is decompressed? Moving Collections provides an overview of how to plan and manage a move to avoid the many pitfalls. The course includes: defining your project, developing a Request for Proposal (RFP), developing a work plan, staffing, and packing protocols. Whether you are moving part of the collection within your building or moving the entire collection to another facility, Moving Collections provides a blueprint for you to follow.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_moving-2Dcollections-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=W8-bmxYWjKbkcvN_Du1unTr0ErHwVYzqm36MQwSSQj0&e=
MS 267: Museum Ethics
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Peggy Schaller
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
This course will examine the role of ethics in museums and related institutions. Topics addressed will include the differences in ethics, laws, and morals; what ethics are and where they come from; the ethical codes that museum professionals follow; how ethics affect professional practices; why ethics are important; and how ethical standards can help museums and related institutions better serve society. Participants in the course will gain an understanding of the importance of ethics in professional museum practice, how codes of ethics are written and why they are important, and will develop an understanding of the most significant codes of ethics subscribed to by museum professionals.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_museum-2Dethics-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=UxOZRxQ8cgZw21fMrmJMPYA5Clg1NMTLXBH55YKSxrc&e=
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The Early Bird Discount deadline for August 2015 courses is July 6, 2015.
August Courses
MS 204: Materials for Storage and Display
August 3 to 28, 2015
Instructor: Helen Alten
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
One of the great benefits of the 21st century is the abundance of materials for storing and displaying collections. Materials for Storage and Display covers this vast array in detail. Lectures and handouts separate materials by properties: rigid, padding, barrier and attachments. Slide shows illustrate the use of each. The course emphasizes acid-free materials and how to retrofit less appropriate materials. Materials for Storage and Display keeps current with the latest materials available for preservation. Using material testing as a decision making tool is covered. Participants receive notebooks with samples of all of the materials discussed.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_materials-2Dstorage-2Dand-2Ddisplay-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=07sOcyRiRBFTz1BUIpqjIT5AVME5-bTVpSj_FPUYWGU&e=
MS 219: Opening and Closing A Seasonal Museum
August 3 to 28, 2015
Instructor: Diana Komejan
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
The seasonal closure of a museum presents unique challenges and opportunities for collection preservation. This is an introductory-level conservation course exploring simple collection preservation methods for seasonal museums. The target Audience for the course is curators and other museum personnel, volunteers, site managers, maintenance personnel. No prior conservation training necessary. Participants will learn about the challenges and opportunities associated with caring for collections in seasonal facilities. They will learn about the risks to collections and how to mitigate them through closing and re-opening procedures, as well as throughout the winter season.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_opening-2Dand-2Dclosing-2Dseasonal-2Dmuseums-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=8C8JR4v9eqR55SbftbcBFd56ElN70uKn35gkqNC_EQk&e=
MS 233: Matting and Framing
August 3 to 28, 2015
Instructor Tom Bennett
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Matting and Framing teaches the materials and techniques of conservation-quality framing. For display, matting and framing provides both protective and aesthetic contributions to art on paper. Students will learn about different types of enclosures, different mat styles and cutting methods, the pros and cons of different backing boards and glazing, and different methods of attaching items to a mat, some of which do not involve adhering hinges to art on paper. Lectures, illustrations, product resources, and additional informational references will be provided.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_matting-2Dand-2Dframing-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=XWY8Am6k5leNCjnfxGN2ov7Wx5pPYnDENljtjyiFNDM&e=
MS 236: Education in Museums
August 3 to 28, 2015
Instructor: Karin Hostetter
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
The world of museum education is as varied as the imagination. From school field trips to online blogs, from 2-year-olds to senior citizens, and from formal programs to volunteering, it is all part of the educational delivery system of a museum. In Education in Museums, survey the education programs offered at your site. Determine what exhibits and collections need better representation through education. Develop a long term plan of education program development for your site that you can use to improve services to your community.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_education-2Dmuseums-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=RU00xS1bmKwl__XwCifXiNFSC-6oOJ7bGcf8NibIhJA&e=
MS 244: Traveling Exhibits
August 3 to 28, 2015
Instructor: Lin Nelson-Mayson
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Sharing an exciting exhibition with other museums expands your museum's reach and impact. When and how do you plan for this undertaking? How do you manage the exhibition once it has left your facility? How do you ensure a successful exhibition at each venue? Your questions - the more the better - facilitate successful exhibition development and touring. Traveling exhibits, though, are a two-way street. Sometimes you are the lender, sometimes you are the borrower. How do you find and manage interesting exhibits created by other institutions in order to expand your museum's offerings? In this online course, learn how to find interesting exhibits developed by other museums and plan for your exhibition from idea to on the road - and beyond!
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_traveling-2Dexhibitions-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=j6um42gxZ5LPMZt9QE9ayeC-54_9EyMY3sx53aThLJo&e=
There is still room in all of the NSCC online classes that begin July 6, 2015! Come join our wonderful instructors for some interesting courses.
July Courses
MS 205/206 Disaster Plan Research and Writing
July 6 to August 28, 2015
Instructor: Terri Schindel
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Every museum needs to be prepared for fires, floods, chemical spills, tornadoes, hurricanes and other disasters. But surveys show 80 percent lack trained staff, emergency-preparedness plans for their collections, or both. Disaster Plan Research and Writing begins with the creation of disaster-preparedness teams, the importance of ongoing planning, employee safety, board participation and insurance. Participants will learn everything they need to draft their own disaster-preparedness plans. They also will be required to incorporate colleagues in team-building exercises. A written disaster-preparedness plan is not only a good idea, it's also a requirement for accreditation. In the second half of the course, instructor Terri Schindel reviews and provides input as participants write plans that outline the procedures to follow in various emergencies. The completed plan prepares museums physically and mentally to handle emergencies that can harm vulnerable and irreplaceable collections. You will have a completed institutional disaster-preparedness and response plan at the end of the course. Once completed with this course, we recommend the Disaster Preparation and Recovery course taught by Helen Alten to provide more information about staff organization and management during and after a disaster.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_disaster-2Dplan-2Dresearch-2Dand-2Dwriting-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=o5F9PSmjDfKLvB1vdMEdgBb940szqXNCXo8aa29KH6s&e=
MS 207: Collections Management: Cataloging Your Collection
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Peggy Schaller
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Cataloging may not be the most exciting museum task, but it is among the most important. Without a clear knowledge of your holdings, you can't protect, care for, research or exhibit them. Without knowledge of an item's history, you can't properly appreciate its value to your museum. Cataloging Your Collection covers all details needed to catalog a collection. Procedures for handling, measuring and describing all types of objects and materials are discussed in detail. Participants receive sample forms and learn the best practices for numbering artifacts, performing inventory and assessing the condition of objects. Participants practice describing everyday objects and cataloging items from their own collections or households.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_collections-2Dmanagement-2Dcataloging-2Dyour-2Dcollection-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7rHZp9BedRziQgx6hz_VvefZUzmCsQ25V5JJFmWmdBI&e=
MS210: Integrated Pest Management for Museums, Libraries and Archives
July 6 to August 14, 2015
Instructor: Christina Cain
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
The only thing worse than mice or cockroaches in your kitchen, is finding them in your museum collection. Participants in Integrated Pest Management for Museums, Libraries and Archives learn low-toxicity methods of controlling infestations. IPM is the standard method for treating incoming items and monitoring holdings. Integrated Pest Management for Museums, Libraries and Archives discusses how infestations occur, helps identify risks, provides feasible mitigation strategies, discusses the different techniques of treating infested materials, and helps you complete an IPM plan and monitoring schedule for your institution. The course covers pest identification, insects, rodent, birds, bats, other mammals and mold infestations, as well as other problems raised by participants.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_integrated-2Dpest-2Dmanagement-2Dmuseums-2Dlibraries-2Dand-2Darchives-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=4Yjy_xTkhiYVQi6-QDYfYj1VoiAwo3PxCY8SuSKvyW0&e=
MS 235: Scripting the Exhibition: Labels and Interpretive Panels
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Karin Hostetter
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
So much to say and so little space in which to say it. That is the dilemma when scripting an exhibition. How do you say what needs to be said in the space available? How do you even figure out how to limit the information in the first place? Discover the value of themes, tangibles, intangibles, and universals in writing exhibit text that visitors really want to read -- and remember. Additional resources provided on font size and colors as well as label layout.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_scripting-2Dexhibition-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=bgBJqb6ZzfUIRYhsP1f60q14_t_X_xqysWxPNLprJjM&e=
MS262: Moving Collections
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Helen Alten
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
Moving collections is a daunting task. Fragile items need special packing and care to be safely transported. Large, heavy or awkward items like dinosaurs and oversized sculptures require special equipment and support from local authorities. How do you design your project to meet the budget and timing demands of your administration? Are your collections over-packed in acidic boxes and does your move includes improving their storage and care? Collections often take up more room when they are stored properly. How do you determine your needed storage space when the collection is decompressed? Moving Collections provides an overview of how to plan and manage a move to avoid the many pitfalls. The course includes: defining your project, developing a Request for Proposal (RFP), developing a work plan, staffing, and packing protocols. Whether you are moving part of the collection within your building or moving the entire collection to another facility, Moving Collections provides a blueprint for you to follow.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_moving-2Dcollections-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=W8-bmxYWjKbkcvN_Du1unTr0ErHwVYzqm36MQwSSQj0&e=
MS 267: Museum Ethics
July 6 to 31, 2015
Instructor: Peggy Schaller
Location: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__museumclasses.org&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=7RBNbVTEFBxw6bjke2GE6IoJLK9FVW-zjB1CIKV9DHs&e=
Description:
This course will examine the role of ethics in museums and related institutions. Topics addressed will include the differences in ethics, laws, and morals; what ethics are and where they come from; the ethical codes that museum professionals follow; how ethics affect professional practices; why ethics are important; and how ethical standards can help museums and related institutions better serve society. Participants in the course will gain an understanding of the importance of ethics in professional museum practice, how codes of ethics are written and why they are important, and will develop an understanding of the most significant codes of ethics subscribed to by museum professionals.
For more information or to sign up: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.collectioncare.org_museum-2Dethics-2Dline-2Dcourse&d=AwIFAg&c=-dg2m7zWuuDZ0MUcV7Sdqw&r=CLFZJ3fvGSmDp7xK1dNZfh6uGV_h-8NVlo3fXNoRNzI&m=z1zAi0bh01w0iv5RZwwcjP0tnaE5IFVNsfZ0IaGOd_4&s=UxOZRxQ8cgZw21fMrmJMPYA5Clg1NMTLXBH55YKSxrc&e=
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