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Areas of Interest
My interests cover the scope of audience research and evaluation in museums and other free-choice learning environments. I enjoy collaborating on projects of all types and have worked with art, science, history, and children's museums among others. My primary interest lies in serving as an advocate for visitors and effectively communicating their needs, interests, and values to others. I also enjoy teaching, both in university classrooms and within museums, helping students and practitioners better understand the role evaluation can play in their day-to-day work.
Current Projects
- J. Paul Getty Museum Augsburg Cabinet In-gallery Interactive 2011
- Museum of Fine Arts Boston Behind-the-Scenes of the American Collection 2007-2011
- Museum of Science Boston Responsive Virtual Human Guides (National Science Foundation grant) 2009-2011
- The Franklin Institute of Science Museum LEAP into Science (National Science Foundation grant) 2008-2012
- Frist Center for the Visual Arts Family Learning in Interactive Spaces in Art Museums (IMLS National Leadership, Research & Demonstration Grant) 2007-2010
- Association of Children's Museums Good to Grow! Intiative 2007-2010
Recent Published & Presented Work
Adams, M., Luke, J., & Ancelet, J. (2010). Family Learning in Art Museum Interactive Spaces. A Literature Review. Engage Journal (UK), 25, 19-30.
Kisiel, J. & Ancelet, J. (2009). Uncovering Visitors Conceptions of Fossils and the Fossil Record Visitor Studies, 12(2), 133-151.
Education
- M.A. Museum Studies, University College London: Institute for Archaeology, London, UK 2006.
- B.A. Anthropology; English, Indiana University, Bloomington 2003.
Professional Affiliations
- American Association of Museums (AAM)
- National Art Education Association (NAEA)
- Visitor Studies Association (VSA)
- International Council of Museums (ICOM)
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