"The science museum field has made tremendous advances in understanding museum learning, but little has been done to consolidate and synethesize these findings to encourage widespread improvements in practice. By clearly presenting the most current knowledge of museum learning, In Principle, In Practice aims to promote effective programs and exhibitions, identify promising approaches for future research, and develop strategies for imple ..."
Boston Stories The Children's Museum As a Model for Nonprofit Leadership by Leslie Bedford, Elaine Gurian Published 2013 by Boston Children's Museum ISBN-13: 978-0-9892223-0-3, ISBN: 0-9892223-0-6
"The science museum field has made tremendous advances in understanding museum learning, but little has been done to consolidate and synethesize these findings to encourage widespread improvements in practice. By clearly presenting the most current knowledge of museum learning, In Principle, In Practice aims to promote effective programs and exhibitions, identify promising approaches for future research, and develop strategies for imple ..."
"Why do people go to museums and what do they learn there? What roles can museums serve in a learning community? How can museums facilitate more effective learning experiences? John H. Falk and Lynn D. Dierking investigate these questions in Learning from Museums. Synthesizing theories and research from a wide range of disciplines, including psychology, education, anthropology, neuroscience and museum research, Falk and Dierking explain ..."
"Why do people go to museums and what do they learn there? What roles can museums serve in a learning community? How can museums facilitate more effective learning experiences? John H. Falk and Lynn D. Dierking investigate these questions in Learning from Museums. Synthesizing theories and research from a wide range of disciplines, including psychology, education, anthropology, neuroscience and museum research, Falk and Dierking explain ..."
Dear Dr. Spock Letters about the Vietnam War to America's Favorite Baby Doctor by Michael Stewart Foley Paperback, 281 Pages, Published 2007 by Nyu Press ISBN-13: 978-0-8147-2744-7, ISBN: 0-8147-2744-1
Dear Dr. Spock Letters about the Vietnam War to America's Favorite Baby Doctor by Michael Stewart Foley, Michael S. Foley Hardcover, 281 Pages, Published 2005 by Nyu Press ISBN-13: 978-0-8147-2743-0, ISBN: 0-8147-2743-3
"At the height of the Vietnam War, thousands of Americans wrote moving letters to Dr. Benjamin Spock, America’s pediatrician and a high-profile opponent of the war. Personal and heartfelt, thoughtful and volatile, these missives from Middle America provide an intriguing glimpse into the conflicts that took place over the dinner table as people wrestled with this divisive war and with their consciences.Providing one of the first clear vie ..."