Interpretive Signage: Principles and Practice
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Effective Interpretation: Visitor centred

Back 5. Interpretation should encourage visitors to get involved and give them opportunities to take control of their own experiences.

Exhibits and signs that are interactive or require visitors to participate in some way help to personalise the information being presented. Visitors become involved in the activity, and as a result, tend to really think about and respond to the materials being presented. Good interpretation makes the topic 'come alive' and may also impact on the emotions, attitudes and values of visitors.

Example

Interpreting emotional and/or controversial issues