The Grand Egyptian Museum organizes a scientific symposium with Paris 8 University on museum education policies and cultural activities

 As part of enhancing its role as a leading educational institution that supports continuous learning and opens up avenues for international cooperation, the Grand Egyptian Museum, represented by the Children's Museum and the Educational Center, organized a specialized scientific forum for a delegation of students and professors from the University of Paris 8.

Dr. Khaled Hassan, Deputy Executive Director of the Grand Egyptian Museum for Archeological Affairs, confirmed that organizing this forum is part of the museum's efforts to enhance academic cooperation and exchange expertise with international universities, pointing to the museum's growing role as a cultural and educational institution that contributes to spreading knowledge and promoting cultural awareness.

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The forum included a number of scientific lectures that reviewed museum education policies and the latest educational practices within the museum. Dr. Enas Karim, Director of the Children's Museum and Educational Center, presented a lecture that covered the concept of museum education and its main features, explaining how it differs from formal education. Additionally, the lecture reviewed programs and activities aimed at various age groups, including children, youth, people with disabilities, the elderly, and adult education programs.

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The lecture also addressed the role of interactive learning methods and modern technology in enhancing the educational experience within museums, in addition to the museum's efforts in reviving and preserving traditional crafts, and the educational center's vision in providing an interactive experience that combines knowledge and practical application.

In the same context, Professor Aya Amin, the museum education officer, reviewed the evolution of museums from places for displaying artifacts to interactive educational environments based on participation, explaining the presentation methods that enhance children's interaction thru hands-on activities and modern digital technologies.

Dr. Hanaa Ibrahim Muslim, the museum education officer, also presented a lecture on museum education for adults, addressing the target groups and their various needs, and highlighting the key programs designed to meet these needs, thereby enhancing the museum's role as a center for lifelong learning.

This forum comes within the framework of supporting scientific and cultural cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the Grand Egyptian Museum and international academic institutions, enhancing its status as a regional and international center for museum education.

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