Museums and the Web

An annual conference exploring the social, cultural, design, technological, economic, and organizational issues of culture, science and heritage on-line.

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MP For A Week: An immersive game de-mystifying the UK Parliament

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game
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Politics
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democracy
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sharing best practice
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gaming
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parliament
Abstract: 

The UK Parliament is based in the world-famous Palace of Westminster in London. However, a historic building filled with art and politicians creates a perception of politics amongst many school-aged students that is a total turn-off. So how do you overcome these barriers to engage young people in the work of Parliament and arm them with the skills and knowledge to become active citizens?

Type: 
Demonstration - show your project

Taking the Museum to the Streets

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User-involvement
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urban identity
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multi-touch
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cultural heritage
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democracy
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dialogue
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interactive
Abstract: 

In a digitalised and globalised world, what are the challenges the museum faces when users increasingly experience knowledge as something created through blogs, wikis and other social platforms?

Type: 
Mini-Workshop - teaches something or explores approaches