Museum Accessibility by Design

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Synopsis
What does museum accessibility mean today? How can it generate impact in museums and in society itself? Where should we begin to take concrete action?

Museum Accessibility by Design: A Systemic Approach to Organizational Change guides readers through the process of designing a museum accessibility strategy. Real world examples, tools, and resources foster implementation.

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of museum accessibility, with an up-to-date and critical survey of the discipline; a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to set up a rigorous and effective process that promotes accessibility throughout the museum institution; tools and suggestions for rethinking accessibility and usability for a diverse range of museum visitors; international case studies and best practices; and, a full accessibility training course with activities and exercises aimed at fostering an accessible mindset within any institution.

An engaging and accessible resource for university students, museum professionals and researchers, this book speaks to museum professionals of all types, from those just starting out to seasoned experts looking for a comprehensive, multi-faceted look at museum accessibility.

Copyright:
2022

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:
9781538156032
Related ISBNs:
9781538156049
Publisher:
ROWMAN & LITTLEFIELD
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
American Alliance of Museums
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Art and Architecture, Social Studies
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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