Side by Side : An Exploration of Family Programs in New York City and Three Pilot Family Programs at Dia : Beacon

Author

Jeanne Parkhurst, Bank Street College of Education

Date of Award

8-2010

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Education (MSEd)

First Advisor

Nina Jensen

Abstract

This independent study includes a review of literature about learning theories relevant to museum education, family learning, and family learning in museums. This exploration also includes observations done at six art museums in New York City. As a result of these observations I outline teaching techniques for "best practice" methods while also offering first-hand insight into the unique and complex dynamic of family learning in museums. Finally, I describe my process for developing and implementing three pilot family programs a Dia : Beacon, a contemporary art museum in Beacon, NY which is part of the Dia Art Foundation.

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Recommended Citation

Parkhurst, J. (2010). Side by Side : An Exploration of Family Programs in New York City and Three Pilot Family Programs at Dia : Beacon. New York : Bank Street College of Education. https://educate.bankstreet.edu/independent-studies/273