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Learning from art: social learning in museums and the difference between virtual and real

Posted on March 20, 2013 by julianstodd

Seeking inspiration yesterday, i ventured into the Stedilijk museum in Amsterdam. It promised to help me in two ways: a world class collection of modern art and unlimited free WiFi. The perfect destination. We appreciate art on two levels: the … Continue reading →

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The senses of learning: touch

Posted on November 30, 2012 by julianstodd

I have only thrown one pot in my life, a rather lumpy green affair, but nonetheless, it holds pride of place on a shelf, testament to a liberal schooling system and limitless enthusiasm. This morning i was listening to an … Continue reading →

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Learning in museums: how collections ground us in our history.

Posted on April 17, 2012 by julianstodd

Museums are the collective memory of society: they are the dusty attic of a nation. They are places to visit with granny on a summer holiday, a place to carry out school projects, a place to understand how things were … Continue reading →

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