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Of Mammoths and Museums with Dan Joyce
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In this podcast episode, Jeannie and Joe interview Dan Joyce, retired director of the Kenosha Public Museum in Kenosha, Wisconsin and professor of Museum studies at Parkside University. Dan shares his experience as an archeologist, particularly his discovery of the Schaefer Mammoth. He compares finding mammoth bones to a CSI.
Dan also highlights the importance of mammoth discoveries in the context of climate change and extinction. He explains how the study of mammoths can provide insight into past environmental changes and how those changes affected animals and humans alike.
The conversation then shifts to Dan's teaching philosophy, where he emphasizes the use of the Socratic method to engage his students. He believes that museums provide the optimal way for people to learn and connect with history and science. Dan shares his passion for teaching and the joy he experiences when he sees his students making connections and learning through hands-on experiences.
Throughout the interview, Dan's enthusiasm for archaeology and museum education shines through. His insights into the importance of mammoth discoveries and his teaching approach provide listeners with a fascinating glimpse into the world of archaeology and museum studies.
Find out more: https://museums.kenosha.org/exhibits/mammoths-at-the-museum
Contact The Esoteric Mammoth
- Subscribe to the Newletter: https://www.jeanniebeansty.com
- Email us at theesotericmammoth@gmail.com
- Support us at patreon.com/Jeanniebeansty
- Follow us on Instagram at Instagram.com/theesotericmammoth
- Tweet us at @jeanniebeansty
See you in the Cave
10 episodes
Manage episode 362287067 series 3462988
In this podcast episode, Jeannie and Joe interview Dan Joyce, retired director of the Kenosha Public Museum in Kenosha, Wisconsin and professor of Museum studies at Parkside University. Dan shares his experience as an archeologist, particularly his discovery of the Schaefer Mammoth. He compares finding mammoth bones to a CSI.
Dan also highlights the importance of mammoth discoveries in the context of climate change and extinction. He explains how the study of mammoths can provide insight into past environmental changes and how those changes affected animals and humans alike.
The conversation then shifts to Dan's teaching philosophy, where he emphasizes the use of the Socratic method to engage his students. He believes that museums provide the optimal way for people to learn and connect with history and science. Dan shares his passion for teaching and the joy he experiences when he sees his students making connections and learning through hands-on experiences.
Throughout the interview, Dan's enthusiasm for archaeology and museum education shines through. His insights into the importance of mammoth discoveries and his teaching approach provide listeners with a fascinating glimpse into the world of archaeology and museum studies.
Find out more: https://museums.kenosha.org/exhibits/mammoths-at-the-museum
Contact The Esoteric Mammoth
- Subscribe to the Newletter: https://www.jeanniebeansty.com
- Email us at theesotericmammoth@gmail.com
- Support us at patreon.com/Jeanniebeansty
- Follow us on Instagram at Instagram.com/theesotericmammoth
- Tweet us at @jeanniebeansty
See you in the Cave
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