Focusing on the role of labor in world economies, this book offers a range of case studies illustrating labor processes in both western and nonwestern societies. It includes sections with discussions on household labor, firms and corporations, and state and transnational conditions.
This is the first book to consider issues of gender and social identity across a broad temporal and geographical range of civilizations in the ancient Near East. číst celé
Presenting the knowledge of museum learning, this work aims to promote effective programs and exhibitions, identify promising approaches for future research, and develop strategies for implementing and sustaining connections between research and practice in the museum community.
Edited volume of reflections on museum philosophy for the 21st century from an international group of contributors.
Helps readers understand indigenous empowerment through education, and creates a foundation for implementing specialized indigenous/minority education worldwide, engaging the simultaneous projects of cultural preservation and social integration. This work is suitable for scholars in Native American studies, ethnic studies, and education.
Small museums face the same challenges as large museums on a tighter budget and with fewer resources. Navigating these obstacles requires strong leadership and effective governance. The creation and use of planning documents and a clear mission and vision are essential to pursuing the long-term health of an organization. This book features concise, grounded approaches to finding and articulating the mission and vision of a small museum. Because a few tools have been invaluable to small museum leaders, the book also highlights the MAP and CAP assessment process, accreditation, and provides an overview of the StEPs program.