ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions. ***************************************************************************** Apologies for cross postings. Develop your professional knowledge and skills through the offerings of the Cultural Resource Management Program at the University of Victoria The Cultural Resource Management Program is pleased to offer short campus-based courses for professionals, volunteers and board members in museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, heritage sites and related organizations. Courses are designed to address core competencies and emerging needs of the sector and are taught by recognized leading professionals. You interact with colleagues from across North America and beyond, participate in stimulating learning activities, and relate your learning to the practical issues and realities of your workplace and community. Courses can be taken individually for credit or non-credit or towards a comprehensive diploma or focused professional specialization certificate. On-Campus or On-Location Courses for Spring 2008: The New Web: Interactive and Collaborative Technologies https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488h-web.aspx January 21-26 Explore the new generation of Web-based technologies that enable your organization to create compelling online experiences and to engage diverse communities in meaningful interactions. Instructor: Jim Spadaccini, Principal, IDEUM www.ideum.com Caring for Collections https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488d-D.aspx February 11-16 Investigate the physical characteristics of various types of museum collections, the ways they are affected by a range of environmental factors, and the preventive conservation and treatment policies and procedures that are utilized to ensure the safe-keeping of artifacts and specimens in storage, on exhibit, in transit, and when in use for research and programming purposes. Instructor: Susan L. Maltby, collections conservator in private practice in Toronto Building Knowledge: Museums and Research https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488m-building.aspx February 25-March 1 Explore the central roles of disciplinary, community, and organizational research within museums, along with the challenges encountered as we seek to generate and share knowledge. Instructors: Dr. Mark Graham, Director of Research at the Canadian Museum of Nature and Dr. Debra Graham, independent curator Approaches to Historic Site Stewardship: Perspectives from Monte Alban https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha489e-approaches.aspx March 2-8 Travel to Monte Alban, the spectacular World Heritage Site in Oaxaca, Mexico to explore heritage and archaeological site management strategies that emphasize sustainability, and partnerships with local communities, and that integrate best practices in site planning and visitor services. Instructors: Nelly Robles Garcia, Director of Monte Alban's Archaeological Zone and Dr. Jack Corbett, Associate Professor, Portland State University and the Instituto Tecnologico de Oaxaca Exhibition Design and Installation https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488k.aspx March 31- April 5 Create innovative exhibits that provide meaningful contexts in which objects can be presented, shared and enjoyed through this lively and hands-on exploration of principles and practice. Instructor: Alan Graves, principal, Alan Graves Design, a Victoria-based exhibit and graphic design company. Conserving Historic Structures https://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha489j.aspx April 14-19 Enhance your understanding of the complex characteristics of heritage structures, systems and materials and develop a framework for planning appropriate conservation processes. Instructor: Harold Kalman Managing the Museum's External Environment http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/courses/ha488m-external.aspx April 21-26 One of the most critical aspects of managing museums is to strategically manage the environment they operate within. Consider local, regional, national and international contexts and develop your preparedness to address a range of influencing social, political and economic factors in order to strengthen your organizational outcomes and success Instructor: David Fleming, Director of National Museums Liverpool, past President of the UK Museums Association, and President of the International Committee on Museum Management For more information on our Program and its offerings, please visit our website at http://www.continuingstudies.uvic.ca/crmp/ or contact: Anissa Paulsen Cultural Resource Management Program Division of Continuing Studies University of Victoria PO Box 3030 STN CSC Victoria, BC V8W 3N6 CANADA T: (250) 721-6119 F: (250) 721-8774 [log in to unmask] *********************************************************************** For information about the Association of Science-Technology Centers and the Informal Science Education Network please visit www.astc.org. 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