Interpretation

What is interpretation?

Interpretation is a way of teaching people about something, but not just so they remember, so that they understand and care about what you are teaching them about. Through interpretation people should get first hand experience with objects they can see. It is important for your audience to see, hear, and most importantly do what you are teaching. Freeman Tilden wrote a book called “Interpreting Our Heritage”, which is a book about interpretation. The most important outcome that you should be looking for while interpreting is a respect, interest, and love of nature from your audience.

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  1. Red River Walleye Guide12 April 2018 at 16:19

    Very succinct review of the article read and discussed today. Remember as an interpreter (even when writing about it) the reader should want to know more about it.

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