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Journal of Museum Education Volume 37, 2012 - Issue 2: Professionalizing Practice
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Innovations in Practice

An Examination of Technological Impacts in the Field

Jim Angus Jim Angus is well suited for life in a world of rapid technological change. Fascinated by science and technology since childhood, he has made a life's work of it. With degrees in biology and geology, he has conducted scientific research and developed educational materials for museums. Most recently, he has managed technology programs for the Federal government and served as a communications director for the National Institutes of Health. He is now an independent museum and government contractor supporting technology and communications.
Pages 37-45 | Published online: 02 Nov 2015
 
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Abstract

Technological innovation is sweeping the world into an unimaginable future. These forces are affecting all aspects of how people live and work. What will be the role of museums and museum educators in this future? This article surveys some of the technologies that have profoundly affected museums and museum education and poses some questions: what trends in technology do museum professionals need to watch? Will museums remain relevant? Do museum collections matter?

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