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The
Interpretive Development Program encourages the stewardship
of park resources by facilitating meaningful, memorable
visitor experiences. The program is based on the philosophy that people will care for
what they first
care about. This is accomplished
by aiming for the highest standards of professionalism in interpretation.
The
Interpretive Development Program provides…
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NPS
mission-based training and development curriculum
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Field-developed
national standards for interpretive effectiveness
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Peer
review certification program
- Developmental
tools and resources
The
Interpretive Development Program is designed to…
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Foster
accountability and professionalism in interpretation
in the NPS
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Facilitate
meaningful, memorable experiences for all visitors
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Result
in a higher level of public stewardship for park
resources
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Facilitate
learner-driven skill development
Since
1995, the Interpretive Development Program has…
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Provided
substantive feedback to interpreters for program
and product improvement
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Pioneered
a professional language and standards
for interpretation that have drawn the interest
of other federal and state agencies, universities,
professional and international organizations
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Pioneered
in the NPS an employee development strategy of performance-based
competencies
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Focused
employee development
on "outcome" rather than process
See
About the Program for additional
background information.
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Notice:
Peer Peview Certification deadline for non-permanent interpreters -- submissions must be postmarked or
e-mailed by 12/31/08
Guidelines for DVD submissions to Peer Review Program
More Info
New submission format and rubric for Informal
Visitor Contacts
More Info
Current
Training Opportunities
List
Conference Call PowerPoint (pdf)
"IDP Opportunities and Changes"
New
On-Line Courses Developed by NPS Interpreters
More
Info
Books
Meaningful
Interpretation
AND
Handles
Masters
Degree in Resource Interpretation
Details
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