MUSEUM LEARNING A new accredited course to support the professional development of those involved in museum education This innovative course has been designed by the Institute of Education, University of London in partnership with GEM to meet the needs of new entrants to museum education. The course is also likely to be of interest to freelance educators who wish to update their skills. Course aims: o to address contemporary issues in museum education; o to identify areas of educational need within participants' work settings; o to develop a strategic plan for an identified institution. Course content: o understanding museum audiences; o learning from objects; o education programmes and services; o partnerships and networking; o designing a museum education project. Mode of attendance: Attendance is required on the following days: Thurs 10th Jan 2002 Thurs 17th Jan 2002 Thurs 24th Jan 2002 Thurs 31st Jan 2002 Thurs 7th Feb 2002 Thurs 14th Feb 2002 In addition participants are required to carry out some museum-based research during directed study time with the support of experienced museum educators, to be arranged via the GEM network. Tutors: Course Leaders: Roy Prentice, Head of Art & Design Education Lesley Burgess, Lecturer in Art & Design Education, Institute of Education Sessions will be led by staff of the Art & Design Education Academic Group at the Institute of Education and leading professionals from the museum education sector. Accreditation: The course is accredited by the Institute of Education, University of London, as an element in the Advanced Diploma in Professional Studies. On successful completion of the course, and on submission of a 4,000 words written assignment, participants will be awarded 20 credit points towards the Diploma (120 credits for the full Diploma). Fee: The fee for the course is £450. Method of Application: Applications are invited from graduates with a strong commitment to learning in museums. For further information and an application form: Tel: 020 7612 6101/6125 e-mail: [log in to unmask] Completed application forms together with a short (max 300 words) supporting statement about your involvements in museum education should be returned to the Registry by Friday 5th October 2001. Registry Institute of Education 20 Bedford Way London WC1H 0AL Institute of Education, University of London in partnership with GEM Stephen Allen Head of Education National Portrait Gallery St Martin's Place London WC2H 0HE Direct line: 020 7312 2417 www.npg.org.uk