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Course Number

CH 562

Course Level

Course Description

Considers how traditional concepts of curatorship have shifted significantly in the face of more democratic relations with community, more subjective perspectives of knowledge, and increasing emphasis on the museum's social and educative roles. Explores the nature and scope of contemporary critical curatorial theory and practice and focuses on the ways in which curators engage with cultural heritage resources, develop sustainable collections, and generate and share associated knowledge to meet the needs of diverse communities.

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RPA Codes & Standards

• Appropriate Dissemination of Research
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to Colleagues, Employees, and Students
• Archaeologist's Responsibility to Employers and Clients

CIfA Codes

• Principle 1: Adherence to ethical and responsible behaviour in archaeological affairs

Keywords & Terms

• Adequate and Responsible Reporting, Publication, and Dissemination
• Conservation
• Integrity of Research Methodology and Field Procedures
• Management of Cultural Resources, Heritage, History
• Museum, Collection, Curation and Display Standards
• Respect for and Responsibility to Affected Groups
• Standards of Training and Student/Teacher Responsibilities
• Storage of Data, Specimens, and Records

Topics & Issues

• Archaeological Education
• Conservation and Ethics
• Heritage Management
• Museum and Display Ethics
• Sustainability