Accessing the effectiveness of museum education in teaching the Namibian history theme of the Herero and Nama genocide of 1904-1908 through exhibitions: A case study of the independence memorial museum in Windhoek, Namibia

Abstract

This research paper explored the effectiveness of in teaching the Namibian History, specifically focusing on the Herero and Nama genocide of 1904-1908 in Namibian schools. The study centered on the Independence Memorial Museum in Windhoek, Namibia. The assessment aimed to assess the museum's resources, measure the impact of museum visits on learners' outcomes, identify challenges and opportunities, and provide recommendations for maximizing the educational potential of museums in studying the Herero and Nama genocide. This research employed a qualitative methodology, including document analysis, exhibition analysis, and interviews. The research found out that the Independence Memorial Museum’s Genocide exhibition teaches the theme effectively. Limitations of this study include the study's focus on a specific museum and constraints on sample size due to time and resources limitations.