A Guide to Cultural and Environmental Interpretation in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
A Guide to Cultural and Environmental Interpretation in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Author: Dennis B. Propst

Publisher:

Published: 1981

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13:

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The goal of the Corps' Visitor Perception and Interpretive Services Program is to 'inform and educate the public with regard to the purposes and concept of operation of the water project and the historical and natural features of the area.' The purpose of this manual is to assist Corps personnel in developing and implementing these interpretive services at water resource projects. The manual contains information on designing interpretive objectives, selecting appropriate messages to convey, understanding the visitor, choosing the appropriate media, selecting and training interpretive personnel, and evaluating interpretive services. Additional sources of information on each of the preceding topics are also supplied. (Author).

Conducting Meaningful Interpretation
Conducting Meaningful Interpretation

Author: Carolyn Widner Ward

Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9781555915308

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Covering everything from the history of interpretation, to strategies and tools for effective communication, to the future of the profession, this reference guide is a vital resource for guides and interpreters in natural resource management programs. Includes tips on traditional campfire programs, high-tech audiovisual presentations, presenting to special groups and much more.

Interpretation of Cultural and Natural Resources
Interpretation of Cultural and Natural Resources

Author: Douglas M. Knudson

Publisher: Ingram

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13:

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This text explains cultural and natural environments and how to process information for the public in museums, parks, forests, and many other private and public interpretive agencies worldwide. Based in research and theory, this book defines, affirms, and unifies this diverse field for both professionals and students by presenting the challenges and possibilities of the field including the presentation of interpretation to diverse audiences; effective programming strategies; state-of-the-art management and marketing techniques; training and using volunteers; and the trends facing interpretation today and in the future.