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Interpretation Influence of Freemen Tilden National Park Service NAI ProValens Themes Freemen Tilden Life: 1883 – 1980 More in Massachusetts Principle and theories in the seminal book, “Interpreting Our Heritage” (1957) Required reading for th...

Interpretation Influence of Freemen Tilden National Park Service NAI ProValens Themes Freemen Tilden Life: 1883 – 1980 More in Massachusetts Principle and theories in the seminal book, “Interpreting Our Heritage” (1957) Required reading for those in the field of interpretation Significant work with and influence for the National Park Service Most cited phrase Through interpretation, understanding; through understanding, appreciation; through appreciation, protection Freeman Tilden & Interpretation Defined: an educational activity which aims to reveal meanings and relationships through the use of original object, by firsthand experience, any by illustrative media, rather than simply to communicate factual information. (p. 8, Interpreting our Heritage) Six Principles of Interpretation: 1. If it doesn’t relate, it is sterile 2. Information is not interpretation (it is revelation based on information) 3. Interpretation is an art (an art is teachable) 4. The chief aim is provocation (not instruction) 5. It should present a whole concept 6. It should be age appropriate (not a dilution of adult material)  https://www.yellowston e.org/old-faithful-gets-i ts-name/ Old Faithful Technical Competencies for Interpretation Mission of the National Park Service Founded in 1916 Mission The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world. Our Official Emblem The National Park Service arrowhead was authorized as our official emblem in 1951. The components of the arrowhead may have been inspired by key attributes of the National Park System, with the sequoia tree and bison representing vegetation and wildlife, the mountains and water representing scenic and recreational values, and the arrowhead itself representing historical and archeological values. A history of the arrowhead and other elements of NPS visual design is available. The arrowhead is also the registered service mark of the agency (number 4706627), protected by the trademark laws of the United States. The NPS allows limited use of the NPS arrowhead when doing so contributes to our work. Interpretation Visitor centers are engaging, interactive, present the whole story, reach various learning styles, and appropriate for all various ages. Examples Represent a form of informal education. Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park Experience through film https://www.nps.gov/klgo/learn/historyculture/cemeteries. htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T52XKX0bY2o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oCh28RWTkw Interpretation in the 21st Century Education Structure Informal Education Student or participant driven Often self-taught Friends teaching friends or club driven Advantage: high level of retention because of practice Disadvantage: poor techniques Examples: following a self-guided nature trail, gym climbing, hiking club, purchasing a stand-up paddle board and watching YouTube. This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY- National Association for Interpretation Three levels of membership (individual, commercial and institution) Yearly Conference Sample Conference Sessions Bringing the Natural World into Classrooms Explore "We The People", Build Civic Capacity Confluence Social Justice & High Risk Interp Publications Text Books Legacy Magazine Journal of Interpretation Research ProValens https://provalenslearning.com/interpretation Foundations of Interpretation Add to Cart Proceed to Check Out Create an account Place Order Go to My courses Follow instructions for completion of course – upload certificate and complete assignment by 10/8, 11:59 p.m. Interpretation & Interpretative Themes https://www.nps.gov/parkhistory/online_books/eastern/m eaningful_interpretation/mi2a.htm https://mylearning.nps.gov/library-resources/purpose-phil osophy-interpretation/#:~:text=21st%20Century%20Inte rpretation%20is%3A&text=Participatory%3A%20Inviting %20audiences%20to%20interact,through%20strong%2C %20mutually%2Dbeneficial%20relationships Interpretation Outline Activity Instructions: Title Body Sub-theme 1: Interpreter’s Name Objectives: Supporting information Program Location Method: *ACTIVITY: Topic Transition Audience Sub-theme 2: Materials: Goal Supporting information Objective *ACTIVITY: Transition Background Information: Theme Introduction Sub-theme 3: Procedure: Supporting information Transition to the *ACTIVITY: body Transition to conclusion: Variations: Conclusion: Additional Learning Resources  A tool that cohesively Topics vs. themes Interpretati develops an idea or ideas on Theme A simple sentence that expresses meaning Birds of the desert – We manage our Practice Links a tangible resources to its intangible meaning habitats to benefit both people and wildlife Organizes an interpretive product or service Compelling interpretative Seasonal wildflowers – themes link a tangible Garden wildlife needs resource to a universal your help to thrive concept Expresses significance and meaning but is not a “take home message: