Education in Museums and Heritage (EDUMaH)

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    Beyond the author’s house : the potential for participatory storytelling in general literary museums
    (Tartu Ülikool, 2024) Rempel, Sarah; Seljamaa, Elo-Hanna, juhendaja; Debono, Sandro, juhendaja; McColl, Margaret, juhendaja; Tartu Ülikool. Humanitaarteaduste ja kunstide valdkond; Tartu Ülikool. Kultuuriteaduste instituut
    This study explores the evolving role of literary museums, traditionally synonymous with writers' house museums, which have historically romanticised authors' lives, acted as markers of education for the elite, and almost exclusively been designed for tourists. The research, focused primarily on the UK and Ireland, examines how in contrast, general literary museums are overlooked cultural assets, demonstrating shifts from passive exhibits toward dynamic, future-focused spaces that foster participatory storytelling, lifelong learning, and wellbeing. Addressing the limitations of treating visitors as observers only, this study asks how literary museums can serve as tools for social action and creativity, empowering audiences to participate in the process. Previous research explores these tensions in relation to literary tourism as well as museums more broadly. Through case studies of the Glasgow Women’s Library and the Museum of Literature Ireland, this research highlights how these two museums utilise storytelling and multipurpose use of space to create inclusive, collaborative learning environments. The findings suggest that literary museums have the capacity to engage and merge traditional and contemporary forms of literacy, empower marginalised voices and contribute to a more inclusive narrative. This work is significant for museum educators and policymakers to realise the potential of literary museums as post-museum spaces, not only engaged with the past but also supporting future generations of critical thinkers, writers and storytellers.
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    Engaging the elderly in museum education : a study of the Age Well sessions at Glasgow museums
    (Tartu Ülikool, 2024) Huang, Chia-Yu; Anguix-Vilches, Laia, juhendaja; Laidla, Janet, juhendaja; McColl, Margaret, juhendaja; Tartu Ülikool. Humanitaarteaduste ja kunstide valdkond; Tartu Ülikool. Kultuuriteaduste instituut
    This study is created to explore the design and implementation of the Age Well Sessions conducted in Glasgow Museums, aiming to reveal the programme’s foundational philosophies, engaging strategies, and guiding principles. It seeks to capture the frontline designers’ and educators’ perspectives on the programme’s implementation and development in engaging older adults and how these insights constantly shape and support the programme’s evolution. Furthermore, the research explores the identified challenges and opportunities of the sessions in meeting the diverse needs of elderly participants from the initiators’ experience, revealing issues such as resource limitations, transportation, the challenge of reaching minority groups, and so on. Besides this, the study investigates potential future developments or adjustments of the Age Well Sessions to meet the evolving needs of its target audience. By delving into these details, the study may bring broader discussions on ageing, cultural engagement, and the role of museum education in fostering creative ageing and lifelong learning among older adults. This focus underscores the importance of inclusive and accessible museum practices which are helpful to enhance mutual enrichment between museums and the elderly community within the UK’s societal context.