On-Line Museum and Exhibit Visits
Museums provide a wealth of resources to fill a child's mind
with wonder and discovery. Sadly, not all communities have
access to museum resources. But today, more and more young
learners are viewing collections of art, reliving important
moments of the past, and marveling at the artifacts of
prehistoric life through on-line museums.
These on-line museums provide visitors with a simulated
"walk-through" their holdings and exhibits. Background
information and links to related websites further enhance
the educational potential of these sites. Often on-line
museums feature standing or periodically changing special
exhibits which are perfectly suited for educational
"repurposing." Instructors can build lessons and activities
around these exhibits. Some of the on-line sites even
provide ancillary materials for classroom use.
Visit the links below for a look at the variety of on-line
museum experiences. Note that some of these sites are
open-ended collections that allow the student to wander about
freely among the museum's holdings. Other on-line museums
offer a more structured "guided" tour through the museum
collections and special exhibits.
Examples:
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