How Museum Educators Build and Carry Out Their Profession: An Examination of Situated Learning Within Practice

Author

Elsa B. Bailey, Lesley University

Date of Award

2003

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

PHD - Doctor of Philosophy

Department

Education

Abstract

This study explores the ways and means that museum educators build their expertise to practice museum education. A qualitative methodology was utilized in this examination, incorporating aspects of grounded theory and phenomenological research. Fifteen museum educators in science-related museums in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, who worked extensively with teachers, were selected as respondents.

Language

English

Number of Pages

466

Embargo Period

6-8-2017

Recommended Citation

Bailey, Elsa B., "How Museum Educators Build and Carry Out Their Profession: An Examination of Situated Learning Within Practice" (2003). Educational Studies Dissertations. 89.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/education_dissertations/89