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The Web site Development Process at the Children’s Museum of Los Angeles

TitleThe Web site Development Process at the Children’s Museum of Los Angeles
Publication TypeProceedings Article
Year of Publication2002
AuthorsLevy, W., Barrett C., & Thompson S.
Secondary TitleMuseums and the Web 2002: Proceedings
Conference Start DateApril 17 -20
PublisherArchives & Museum Informatics
Place PublishedBoston, Massachusetts, USA
EditorBearman, D., & Trant J.
Keywordscontent, design, discovery, internet, Phased Process, Statement Of Work, Web Development
Abstract

This mini-workshop delivers a clear and thorough framework for multi-phased Museum Web site development, using The Children's Museum of Los Angeles as a case study (http://www.childrensmuseumla.org) .

Topics covered include:
- Discovery- Strategic analysis tools
- Education, Marketing & Fundraising- Techniques for prioritizing multiple objectives
- Building Consensus- Managing expectations with a Statement of Work
- Content Development Matrix- Technology requirements and objectives
- Working with Experts- Exhibit Designers (Edwin Schlossberg), Architects (Thom Mayne, Sara Graham), Artists (Gerald McDermott) and Educators (Dan Cieloha)
- Content Maintenance- in-house vs. out-source; administrative tools
- Phased Development- Staying in sync; anticipating the future
- The processes presented are instrumental in the ongoing development of a multifaceted and cost effective Web solution.

URLhttp://www.archimuse.com/mw2002/papers/levy/levy.html
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