Applied Interpretation

Putting Research into Action

Doug Knapp

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National Association for Interpretation
22 February 2025

Museums & museology; Education

Series: National Association for Interpretation

This book is the product of over twenty years of research examining the impact interpretation has on its audiences. The results of over thirty research studies are examined to help practitioners, managers, and students successfully convey interpretative messages. The findings, offered through vignettes and case studies, are the product of long-term assessments that range from three months to three years following an interpretive experience. Interpretive theory, techniques, strategies and experiences are discussed in relation to a variety of settings including traditional programs, school field trips, visitor center and campfire programs. Hence, this is the first and only book on interpretation based on interpretation research.

By: Doug Knapp
Imprint: National Association for Interpretation
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9798881802202
Series: National Association for Interpretation
Pages: 190
Publication Date: 22 February 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Doug Knapp, PhD, recently retired after 30 years as professor with the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Studies at Indiana University. During his tenure with the department, Dr. Knapp wrote and received funding for over 30 research grants and contracts related to work in interpretation, environmental and outdoor education, and pediatric health. He served as associate chair for Research and Graduate Studies, associate chair for Instruction and Undergraduate Studies, and coordinator of the Outdoor Recreation Option. He has published over 90 journal articles and professional papers related to interpretation, environmental and outdoor education, and written two books related to environmental education and climate change and applied interpretation. During his tenure with the department, Dr. Knapp taught over 30 different undergraduate and graduate courses and received a variety of teaching recognitions including the highest University honor, Indiana University’s President Award for Teaching Excellence.

Reviews for Applied Interpretation: Putting Research into Action

This is an absolutely amazing book for interpreters in the field. If you are just starting out, this is an excellent addition to any of the traditional interpretive texts. -- Shaina Neihaus, frontline interpreter, National Park Services The best resource for successful interpretive methods! -- Tad Armstrong, serivice interpreter, US Forest In eight very readable chapters this book presents a rationale for looking at interpretation through the eyes of episodic memory in an impressive range of applications. -- Sam Hamm, professor emeritus, University of Idaho