Museología: los principios básicos tras el quehacer expositivo from edX

En este curso aprenderás a comprender diferentes contextualizaciones históricas y conceptuales en torno a los conceptos de museo, museología, curaduría y museografía, con el fin de desarrollar herramientas básicas para acercarse al mundo de la creación institucional de los museos y la elaboración de proyectos expositivos.

Con este propósito, en un primer momento, trabajaremos la definición de lo museológico, orientado a la compresión de la función social de los museos, según sus tipologías y su operatividad institucional; luego, en un segundo momento, estudiaremos el concepto de curaduría y las diferentes prácticas curatoriales; finalmente, en el tercer momento, estudiaremos el concepto de museografía y la naturaleza de la labor museográfica en la producción de un proyecto expositivo.

De esta manera, abordaremos el sentido del ser y el quehacer de un museo desde una perspectiva histórica, que dé cuenta de los diversos tipos de agenciamiento institucional que dan origen a un proyecto expositivo.

Este curso hace parte del Programa de Certificación Profesional Museología: exposiciones, públicos y comunicación digital que la Universidad del Rosario en convenio con el Museo de Arte Moderno de Bogotá (MAMBO), el cual se ha creado como respuesta a la necesidad de las personas interesadas en acercarse al quehacer museal y deseen emprender su vida laboral en el mundo de los museos.

What you'll learn

Identificar y entender las características que definen a diferentes tipos de museos.
Favorecer un aprendizaje sobre la historia y el trabajo museológico.
Estudiar metodologías que posibiliten el análisis y el cuestionamiento de procesos, técnicas y estrategias empleados por museólogos, curadores y museógrafos para la creación y ejecución de museos, así como para la realización de exposiciones.
Fomentar un espíritu crítico que permita resolver preguntas sobre la manera en que se conceptualiza y produce una exposición.

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Learning objectives

Identificar y entender las características que definen a diferentes tipos de museos.
Favorecer un aprendizaje sobre la historia y el trabajo museológico.

Estudiar metodologías que posibiliten el análisis y el cuestionamiento de procesos, técnicas y estrategias empleados por museólogos, curadores y museógrafos para la creación y ejecución de museos, así como para la realización de exposiciones.
Fomentar un espíritu crítico que permita resolver preguntas sobre la manera en que se conceptualiza y produce una exposición.

Identificar y entender las características que definen a diferentes tipos de museos.
Favorecer un aprendizaje sobre la historia y el trabajo museológico.
Estudiar metodologías que posibiliten el análisis y el cuestionamiento de procesos, técnicas y estrategias empleados por museólogos, curadores y museógrafos para la creación y ejecución de museos, así como para la realización de exposiciones.
Fomentar un espíritu crítico que permita resolver preguntas sobre la manera en que se conceptualiza y produce una exposición.

Syllabus

Introducción al mundo de los museos

● ¿Qué es un museo?

● Historia de los museos

● Museos colombianos

● Museología, curaduría y museografía

Abordemos el quehacer curatorial

● ¿Qué es la curaduría?

● Curador como investigador

● Curaduría

● Desarrollo exposiciones

Historia del arte moderno y contemporáneo desde las exposiciones

● Historia de las exposiciones

● Exposiciones de arte moderno

● Exposiciones de arte contemporáneo

Abordemos el quehacer museográfico

● Museografía

● Herramientas

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Especializado en museos

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Museología: los principios básicos tras el quehacer expositivo with these activities:

Revise principles of museum management

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Reviewing the principles of museum management will strengthen your foundational knowledge and enhance your understanding of the course materials.

Browse courses on Museum Management

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Review your previous coursework on museum management.
Check out books or articles on museum management from your local library or university database.
Watch videos or documentaries on museum management practices.

Lecturas sobre conceptos museológicos

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Fortalecer los conceptos básicos de la museología antes de iniciar el curso permitirá una comprensión más profunda de los contenidos.

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Leer el capítulo 1 de "Museología: una introducción" de Duncan Cameron
Leer el artículo "La función social de los museos" de Edward P. Alexander
Realizar un resumen de los conceptos principales discutidos en las lecturas

Hacer un ejercicio de práctica de 50 preguntas sobre tipologías de museos

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Refuerza tu comprensión de las diferentes tipologías de museos y su importancia en el ámbito cultural y educativo.

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Lee el material del curso sobre tipologías de museos.
Accede a un banco de preguntas en línea o crea tu propio conjunto de preguntas de práctica.
Responde las 50 preguntas de práctica y revisa tus respuestas.

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Participar en un grupo de discusión con compañeros sobre el rol del curador en el contexto museográfico

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Intercambia ideas y perspectivas con tus compañeros, ampliando tu comprensión del papel del curador en el desarrollo de exposiciones museográficas.

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Forma o únete a un grupo de discusión con compañeros.
Selecciona un tema relacionado con el rol del curador.
Prepara tus ideas y puntos de vista sobre el tema.

Analyze museum exhibitions

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Critically analyzing museum exhibitions will enhance your ability to identify and understand the different elements of exhibition design and curation.

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Visit a museum and select an exhibition to analyze.
Observe the exhibition's layout, design, and content.
Consider the target audience of the exhibition.
Critique the effectiveness of the exhibition in communicating its message.

Seguir un tutorial sobre el uso de software especializado en museografía

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Amplía tus habilidades prácticas utilizando software específico para la gestión y diseño de exhibiciones museográficas.

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Investiga y selecciona un software especializado en museografía.
Accede a tutoriales en línea o inscríbete en un curso corto sobre el uso del software.
Sigue los pasos del tutorial para familiarizarte con las funciones y herramientas del software.

Elaborar un mapa conceptual sobre el proceso de creación de una exposición

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Fortalece tu comprensión del proceso de creación de exposiciones museográficas y sus etapas clave.

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Recopila información sobre el proceso de creación de exposiciones a partir de los materiales del curso.
Identifica los elementos principales y las etapas involucradas en el proceso.
Crea un mapa conceptual que represente visualmente el proceso, utilizando software o a mano.

Design a hypothetical museum exhibition

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Designing a hypothetical museum exhibition will allow you to apply the principles and techniques you learn in the course to a practical project.

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Choose a theme or topic for your exhibition.
Research your topic and gather relevant artifacts and materials.
Develop a floor plan and layout for your exhibition.
Create interpretive materials and labels for your exhibits.

Asistir a un taller sobre técnicas de conservación de obras de arte

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Adquiere conocimientos prácticos sobre técnicas de conservación para preservar y proteger obras de arte en un entorno museográfico.

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Investiga y localiza talleres sobre técnicas de conservación de obras de arte.
Inscríbete en un taller que se ajuste a tus intereses y disponibilidad.
Participa activamente en el taller, tomando notas y haciendo preguntas.

Voluntariado en un museo

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Participar como voluntario en un museo complementará el aprendizaje teórico con experiencia práctica en el campo.

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Identificar un museo que ofrezca oportunidades de voluntariado
Contactar al museo y expresar interés en el voluntariado
Participar activamente en las tareas asignadas, como visitas guiadas o asistencia en exposiciones

Participar en un concurso de diseño de exhibiciones museográficas

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Pon a prueba tus habilidades y creatividad diseñando una exhibición museográfica innovadora y atractiva.

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Investiga y selecciona un concurso de diseño de exhibiciones.
Lee atentamente las reglas y requisitos del concurso.
Desarrolla un concepto y diseño para tu exhibición.

Career center

Learners who complete Museología: los principios básicos tras el quehacer expositivo will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Curator

A Curator is responsible for the care and display of a museum's collection. They research and select objects for exhibitions, write labels and other educational materials, and give lectures and tours. This course provides a strong foundation for those who wish to become Curators by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the history of art and the development of exhibitions, which is essential knowledge for Curators.

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Art dealer

An Art Dealer buys and sells art. They may work for a gallery, auction house, or other business. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Art Dealers by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the art market, which is essential knowledge for Art Dealers.

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Museum Director

A Museum Director oversees the day-to-day operations of a museum. They are responsible for planning and implementing exhibitions, managing staff, and fundraising. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Directors by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals.

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Art Critic

An Art Critic writes reviews and essays about art. They may work for a newspaper, magazine, or other publication. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Art Critics by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the history of art, which is essential knowledge for Art Critics.

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Museum Educator

A Museum Educator develops and delivers educational programs for museum visitors. They work with teachers and students to create lesson plans and activities, and they give tours and lectures. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Educators by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the development of educational programs, which is essential knowledge for Museum Educators.

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Museum Conservator

A Museum Conservator is responsible for the preservation and restoration of a museum's collection. They examine objects for damage, and they develop and implement conservation treatments. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Conservators by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the conservation of museum collections, which is essential knowledge for Museum Conservators.

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Exhibition Designer

An Exhibition Designer creates and installs exhibitions for museums and other institutions. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Exhibition Designers by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the design and installation of exhibitions, which is essential knowledge for Exhibition Designers.

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Gallery Director

A Gallery Director oversees the day-to-day operations of an art gallery. They are responsible for planning and implementing exhibitions, managing staff, and fundraising. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Gallery Directors by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals.

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Museum Registrar

A Museum Registrar is responsible for the documentation and care of a museum's collection. They track the movement of objects in and out of the museum, and they maintain records of all acquisitions, loans, and deaccessions. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Registrars by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the documentation and care of museum collections, which is essential knowledge for Museum Registrars.

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Museum Administrator

A Museum Administrator oversees the business operations of a museum. They are responsible for budgeting, human resources, and marketing. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Administrators by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the business operations of museums, which is essential knowledge for Museum Administrators.

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Museum Archivist

A Museum Archivist is responsible for the management of a museum's archives. They acquire, catalog, and preserve documents, photographs, and other materials. They also provide reference services to museum staff and visitors. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Archivists by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the management of museum archives, which is essential knowledge for Museum Archivists.

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Museum Librarian

A Museum Librarian is responsible for the management of a museum's library and archives. They acquire, catalog, and preserve books, manuscripts, and other materials. They also provide reference services to museum staff and visitors. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Librarians by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the management of museum libraries and archives, which is essential knowledge for Museum Librarians.

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Art historian

An Art Historian researches and writes about the history of art. They may work in a museum, university, or other institution. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Art Historians by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers the history of art, which is essential knowledge for Art Historians.

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Museum Development Officer

A Museum Development Officer is responsible for fundraising for a museum. They work with individuals, foundations, and corporations to secure donations. This course provides a solid foundation for those who wish to become Museum Development Officers by providing an overview of the history and functions of museums, as well as the various roles and responsibilities of museum professionals. Additionally, the course covers fundraising, which is essential knowledge for Museum Development Officers.

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