Social media, social inclusion, and museum disability access

Author(s)
McMillen, Rebecca
Alter, Frances
Publication Date
2017
Abstract
For many people, social media is an integral part of everyday life that can lead to a greater sense of social inclusion. This article examines social media's impact on social inclusion regarding art museum disability access. This qualitative study explores ways people with disabilities interact socially and culturally using social media and how it impacts their perception of being socially included. Data were collected from individuals with varying types of disabilities regarding their use of social media. Results show that social media can have a positive effect on people with disabilities regarding social inclusion. This research also discusses how art museums can use social media to better connect and socially include people with disabilities.
Citation
Museums & Social Issues, 12(2), p. 115-125
ISSN
2051-6193
1559-6893
Link
Language
en
Publisher
Routledge
Title
Social media, social inclusion, and museum disability access
Type of document
Journal Article
Entity Type
Publication

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