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Learning and Human Centred Design – AHRC Funded Project calls for Workshop Participants
GEM is pleased to announce its involvement as a partner organisation in the AHRC funded project “Designing in the Digitally Mature Museum: Refocusing Design From Technology to Human Practice”.
Group for Education in Museums (GEM) introduces new levels for Institutional Members
Following a vote at the 2020 Annual General Meeting, GEM will be introducing four new levels of Institutional Membership on 25th November 2021.
Decolonising Learning in Museums
Sonia Sharma discusses the impact of the British Empire on how the histories of people of colour are taught in British Schools, and provides inspiration for museum educators looking to decolonise learning in their organisations.
Group for Education in Museums (GEM) secures grant from the Welsh Government Culture and Sport Division to provide Welsh Curriculum Consultation and Training
GEM has secured a grant from the Welsh Government to deliver consultation and training on the new Welsh Curriculum, with help from Freelance Consultant Robin Johnson.
An Interview with Gairloch Museum
GEM Scotland Reps Sue Healy and Claire Munro interview Mark Macleod, Events and Outreach Coordinator (Freelance) at Gairloch Museum, winners of Museum of the Year 2020.
Transforming our Practice, Transforming our World Part Two
Henry McGhie of Curating Tomorrow discusses the practical implementation of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals in Museum Education in his latest blog.
The Pattern of Life
The Pattern of Life is a project funded by the Arts Council to create a digital story book for the Royal Crown Derby Museum showcasing and sharing stories from Gypsy Romany and Traveller people who collect Royal Crown Derby.
CV Basics with Fair Museum Jobs
Fair Museums Jobs recap the main takeaways from their CV Basics workshop with GEM.
Diversifying the Content on MyLearning
Izzy Bartley discusses the ongoing diversification of learning resource website MyLearning, managed by Leeds Museum & Galleries. This insightful blog explores the importance of providing diverse representation across the curriculum, and is a must-read for anyone managing a learning resource platform.
Transforming our Practice, Transforming our World
Henry McGhie reflects on why museum educators have an important role to play in incorporating Sustainable Development Goals.
