Join Rachel, a resource expert for museum educators, who are stretched thin, but long to fall in love with their world-changing work. In this podcast, she explores the value of museum learning, dives into the latest industry recommendations, and shares tips and tricks from the field! Part conference session and part coffee shop chat, these episodes will inspire you to reclaim your professional creativity and emotional energy! We’re so glad you’re here.
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Join Rachel, a resource expert for museum educators, who are stretched thin, but long to fall in love with their world-changing work. In this podcast, she explores the value of museum learning, dives into the latest industry recommendations, and shares tips and tricks from the field! Part conference session and part coffee shop chat, these episodes will inspire you to reclaim your professional creativity and emotional energy! We’re so glad you’re here.
In today’s episode, Rachel dives into the art of knowing when—and how—to refresh long-standing museum education programs. Whether it’s your department’s signature offering or a seasonal favorite, keeping programs relevant and engaging requires intentional reflection, strategic updates, and community input. Key Takeaways:
Recognize the Need for a Refresh
Use Data as a Guide, Not a Judgement
Balance Tradition with Innovation
Engage Your Community
Document the Process
Frame Change as Growth, Not Failure
Key Quotes “If you can do a program in your sleep, that’s not the energy you want to bring to an audience.”
“Don’t let your numbers define you, but don’t run from them either."
"Every ending is the beginning of something new. Embrace change and take your programs from good to great.”
Find full show notes and a transcript at https://modernmuseumeducation.com/podcast/013
Modern Museum Education
Join Rachel, a resource expert for museum educators, who are stretched thin, but long to fall in love with their world-changing work. In this podcast, she explores the value of museum learning, dives into the latest industry recommendations, and shares tips and tricks from the field! Part conference session and part coffee shop chat, these episodes will inspire you to reclaim your professional creativity and emotional energy! We’re so glad you’re here.
