The materiality of education: heritage conservation and new approaches to the history of education in Spain (1990-2020)

Authors

  • Bernat Sureda Garcia Universitat de les Illes Balear – IRIE-GEDHE (Spain)
  • Gabriel Barceló Bauzà Universitat de les Illes Balear – IRIE-GEDHE (Spain)

Keywords:

education heritage, materiality in schooling, history of education museums, school culture, Spain.

Abstract

Historical studies on material aspects in education have undergone major development in Spain in recent decades. This article presents the milestones for the development of studies into this topic, represented by research projects, publications, conferences, meetings, seminars, museums and exhibitions. It also analyses the boost given to this field of research by the endorsement from public institutions for conserving historical heritage, as well as looking at the main areas of study linked to materiality in the history of education. Lastly, some conclusions and reflections about the topic are put forward.

Key words: education heritage, materiality in schooling, history of education museums, school culture, Spain.

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No. 38 (2021): juliol-desembre

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Monographic theme

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