The Measurement of Learning in the Museum.

Donald, Janet Gail

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ERIC Number: EJ438623

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Measurement of Learning in the Museum.

Donald, Janet Gail

Canadian Journal of Education, v16 n3 p371-82 Sum 1991

Measures of learning appropriate to museums are explored, including the following: (1) time on task; (2) knowledge gain; (3) thinking and problem solving; (4) motivation; and (5) creativity or intellectual provocation. Museums promote different kinds of learning, but all are interested in knowledge gain and thinking. (SLD)

Descriptors: Creativity, Evaluation Methods, Instructional Effectiveness, Knowledge Level, Learning, Measurement Techniques, Motivation, Museums, Problem Solving, Thinking Skills, Time on Task

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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