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Memories of past school field trips may include images of single-file lines and lectures by boring curators. Surrounding each display was a velvet rope and a sign that read, "Do Not Touch!" Fortunately, kids today have the advantage of visiting interactive museums, which feature hands-on exhibits for a multi-sensory educational adventure. Here are some ways that exhibits and displays have changed to create a more engaging experience for young learners.
Ignore the Do Not Touch Signs... Sometimes
Although new institutions welcome interaction, it's important to remind children why some exhibits cannot be touched. The artifacts and items on display are one-of-a-kind, and some are very old and delicate. There's good reason to be awestruck by that mummy that's over a thousand years old, but touching in certain areas of antiquity galleries is prohibited. Even though viewing artifacts protected by glass cases may not seem interesting to young learners, it is important to emphasize the significance of ancient or historical items. Viewing these exhibits in person is a unique opportunity not available to all students. As an adult, keep in mind the timeframe of a child's attention span. If you're visiting a less interactive institution, aim to visit the specific exhibits that complement your lesson plan. Choosing which areas to visit beforehand can help ensure your kids take in the most relevant information.
Types of Hands-On Museums
Unlike old, expansive halls filled with glass-encased displays on marble floors, interactive museums offer an array of historic, scientific, and technological themes that delight all children, from toddlers to young teens. They have been designed to draw the visitors into the exhibit with role-playing activities, games, and simulations. For example, some displays include actual stages with curtains and seating areas for an audience of parents, which gives the adults a chance to relax. Kids can dress up in period costumes and put on a play while they learn about, for example, Elizabethan Drama. Modern museums geared toward young learners also take a multi-sensory approach by using video games to convey historical tales or scientific concepts.
Children's museums have been around for a while now, and the next wave design will take collaboration to the next step. For an improved consumer based experience, the management may ask for visitor participation when designing and implementing new displays. The hands-on nature will remain while the focus will pivot towards connecting children and adults for a global experience.
Ignore the Do Not Touch Signs... Sometimes
Although new institutions welcome interaction, it's important to remind children why some exhibits cannot be touched. The artifacts and items on display are one-of-a-kind, and some are very old and delicate. There's good reason to be awestruck by that mummy that's over a thousand years old, but touching in certain areas of antiquity galleries is prohibited. Even though viewing artifacts protected by glass cases may not seem interesting to young learners, it is important to emphasize the significance of ancient or historical items. Viewing these exhibits in person is a unique opportunity not available to all students. As an adult, keep in mind the timeframe of a child's attention span. If you're visiting a less interactive institution, aim to visit the specific exhibits that complement your lesson plan. Choosing which areas to visit beforehand can help ensure your kids take in the most relevant information.
Types of Hands-On Museums
Unlike old, expansive halls filled with glass-encased displays on marble floors, interactive museums offer an array of historic, scientific, and technological themes that delight all children, from toddlers to young teens. They have been designed to draw the visitors into the exhibit with role-playing activities, games, and simulations. For example, some displays include actual stages with curtains and seating areas for an audience of parents, which gives the adults a chance to relax. Kids can dress up in period costumes and put on a play while they learn about, for example, Elizabethan Drama. Modern museums geared toward young learners also take a multi-sensory approach by using video games to convey historical tales or scientific concepts.
Children's museums have been around for a while now, and the next wave design will take collaboration to the next step. For an improved consumer based experience, the management may ask for visitor participation when designing and implementing new displays. The hands-on nature will remain while the focus will pivot towards connecting children and adults for a global experience.
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