The book discusses museology and communication theories, delving into the inter-relation and integration of museology and museums and the aspect of communication. It traces the journey of Indian museums from the colonial times to the present era, pointing out the changes in social perception of the museum and the evolution of its public service functions. It accepts the worldwide established notion of museum communication being the future of the museums, especially embracing the important functions of exhibition and education. It explores the applicability and usability of theoretical frameworks in the context of museum and in the realm of museology. It studies the museology curriculum followed in various Indian universities. It includes review the archives of museum literature, such as the journals of prestigious museums in the country, as well as the annual reports of the Ministry of Culture and its citizens’ charter.
Communication and Education in Indian Museums
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Title
Communication and Education in Indian Museums
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Edition
1st. ed.
Publisher
Agam Kala Prakashan, 2012
ISBN
9788173201288
Length
xii+159p., Illustrations; Chiefly Colour; 30cm.
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