Education & Interpretation

Poster

P17 - If Walls Could Talk: Oral Histories as Educational Tools

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In a time when information is ever-flowing and fake news is rampant, oral histories can tap into people’s memories and reach content at the source. Conducting oral history interviews can also be an instructive tool for developing interpersonal skills and connecting with new communities and audiences. Come see how oral histories can be used with students, teachers, and the visiting public, and start exploring how to utilize the rich stories people are waiting to tell.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the value of oral histories both as a teaching tool and as a method for developing listening and conversational skills.
• Apply techniques for conducting and analyzing oral histories.
• Identify appropriate candidates for oral history interviews.

Poster Presenter(s)

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  Jennifer Elliott

  Museum Educator, School and Teacher Programs
  Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum