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Module Title
LM Heritage Interpretation (DL)
School
History and Cultures
Department
History
Module Code
09 23295
Module Lead
Francesco Ripanti
Level
Masters Level
Credits
20
Semester
Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
Open to postgraduate students enrolled on programmes or as CPD module
Exclusions
Description
Interpretation is the art of revealing the meaning and significance of objects and places. This module considers the philosophy of interpretation and its good practice, and debates such issues as authenticity, selectivity and bias. Interpretation is considered in the contexts of recreation management, tourism education, archaeological site presentation, historic properties and museums. The module provides an introduction to the core skills for environmental and heritage interpretation including
Interpretive planning
Exhibition planning & evaluation
Display panel production
Using appropriate language and texts
Interpreting objects and collections
Live interpretation
Interpretation for people with special needs
Interpretation and formal education
Interpreting historic houses and gardens
Archaeological site presentation
Interpretation of townscapes and urban trails
Animated trails and guided walks
Interpreting fine art
Discovery centres and science centres
Creating visitor centres
Interpretation through multi-media
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate awareness of the principles and best practice in interpretation
Show knowledge of the key theoretical and philosophical stances behind interpretation theory including an introduction to communication theory
Show appreciation of the current issues in interpretation: `hot' and `challenging' interpretation; interpreting contemporary issues; multi-culturalism; `authenticity; and communicating with people with a disability
Understand the process of exhibition planning including practical elements of design
Demonstrate transferable skills in research activity and communication of ideas
Demonstrate the ability to gather, organise, and interpret appropriate materials for study, and to carry out work showing initiative and independence of judgement
Assessment
23295-01 : 3000 word assignment : Coursework (100%)
