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Emerging Research on Identity, Representation & Inclusion

November 1, 2018 - October 31, 2019 | Informal/Formal Connections
A significant body of innovative and potentially useful research about inclusion and diversity is surfacing in museum studies graduate programs across the country. This research often reflects the changing demographics of American society and our growing awareness of the complex dimensions of identity. However, the work is rarely available in venues or formats that are useful to museum practitioners, researchers, and decision-makers. To fill this gap in information sharing, we will conduct a qualitative meta-analysis of Master’s and Doctoral theses that address issues of personal and group identity and representation in museums, followed by interviews with a sample of the authors. This work will describe the ways museums represent and respond to issues of personal and group identity, with a particular focus on looking for evidence of impact and successful and emerging practices. A second goal is to understand how the engagement in the process of research influences the subsequent practice of current professionals.

Funders

IMLS
Funding Program: National Leadership Grants for Museums
Award Number: MG-50-18-0044-18
Funding Amount: $80,166

TEAM MEMBERS

  • Johnny Sq
    Co-Principal Investigator
    New Knowledge Organization
  • Discipline: Education and learning science | General STEM
    Audience: Undergraduate/Graduate Students | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Informal/Formal Connections | Higher Education Programs

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