Journal of Education in Museums

Call for Papers: JEM 44

We are excited to open the call for papers for Issue 44 of the Journal of Education in Museums (JEM).

We are looking for submissions on the topic of The Value of Learning. This theme reflects the positive impact museum and heritage learning can have on people, communities and societies. This Journal issue will explore the diverse aspects of museum and heritage learning and highlight its benefits, prospects and challenges in the changing world.

 We welcome proposals related, but not limited to the following themes:

  • Embedding EDI in museum and heritage learning
  • Advocacy for social impact
  • STEM in museum and heritage learning
  • Decolonisation through museum and heritage learning programmes
  • Learning in the context of the climate crisis, human impact on the environment and the Anthropocene*

*Anthropocene – the time during which humans have had a substantial impact on our planet. 

To submit your proposal, fill out this form by Wednesday the 3rd of April.

Publication timeline:

7 March – 3 April – Call for Proposals

April  – Shortlisting

16 June – first draft deadline

7 July – feedback

16 Aug – 2nd draft deadline

Autumn / Winter – publication

If you have any questions about contributing to the Journal, please get in touch to discuss this further with Katya.


The current issue is only available to members of GEM but back issues may be purchased.

JEM Prices

JEMs 1-42 – £10

JEM 43 £20

Special offer Numbers 1-43 £100

View a full list of Journal of Education in Museums back issues

Order information

Get in touch with the GEM Office to place an order.

Back issues of the Journal of Education in Museums are available from:

GEM Office
Unit B7
Admirals Office
The Historic Dockyard
Chatham
Kent ME4 4TZ
UK

Tel/Fax: +44 (0) 1634 553620
[email protected]

Postage and packing will be added to your total order (free for GEM members). Please contact the GEM Office stating which JEMs you would like to order and where you would like them sent to get the cost of postage and packing.

Payment in advance is required and an invoice will be issued upon receipt on an order, which will include a link to pay by card. Bank transfers are also accepted (details on request) but we are no longer able to accept cheques.

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