Education National Network

Museums Australia Education National Network

Aims and Strategies

The membership of Museums Australia Education National Network:

• supports and advocates formal and informal learning and interpretation as core functions of museums and galleries
• facilitates the exchange of innovative practice, research and evaluation by its members

Strategies:

• engage in a regular discussion and exchange of information about current issues concerning learning and interpretation in museums and galleries eg life long learning; inclusivity; school curriculum; links with community; learning styles; authentic learning contexts.
• organise a challenging and stimulating professional development program for members at the MA national conference
• increase active participation and membership of state Ed NNS
• publicise innovative and cutting edge practice via MAEdNN newsletter and MA Journal
• initiate project-based interstate exchange programs for members
• support overseas exchange programs for members in association with ICOM Australia
• engage in formal and informal dialogue with the other relevant MA NNS to further our aims
  

Contact: David Arnold
Tel: 02 6208 5035
E-mail: d.arnold@nma.gov.au

Like to join this group? Please contact the Museums Australia national office to find out how to join this National Network. Please note that, in accordance with the Museums Australia Constitution and By-Laws, all members of Museums Australia Special Interest Groups must be current members of Museums Australia.