New technologies in cultural institutions: theory, evidence and policy implications

Bakhshi, Hasan; Throsby, David

doi:10.1080/10286632.2011.587878

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“…One already visible change is the exponential growth in customer reach through the Internet (e.g. Bakhshi and Throsby 2012). In this paper, it is shown that fiscal policy can potentially support a cultural policy aimed at increasing and enhancing audience reach.…”

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Fiscal and economic aspects of book consumption in the European Union

Borowiecki

Navarrete

2017

J Cult Econ

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One of the available and yet controversial tools in cultural policy at the national level is the reduction of VAT rates for cultural goods and services. We document the standard and reduced VAT rates in EU-28 countries in the period from 1993 to 2013 and explore the underlying determinants. We further introduce a simple theoretical framework to explain how reduced fiscal rates are expected to decrease prices and increase quantities of the consumed cultural goods and services. We then estimate quantitatively that a decrease in the VAT rate for books by one percentage point is associated with an economically significant drop in the price by 2.6%. Finally, we show the positive effect of a fiscal rate reduction on the book expenditure, where a one percentage point decrease in the VAT rate for books leads to an increase in expenditure by 2.7%.

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Fiscal and economic aspects of book consumption in the European Union

Borowiecki

Navarrete

2017

J Cult Econ

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“…Bakhshi and Throsby (2012) Clough (2013) suggests, cultural institutions also face a big opportunity, using their content and new technologies to reduce the increasing disparity between the educational opportunities available to children in upper income groups and those of lower income groups. This brief analysis suggests that archives are the form of cultural heritage that is likely to benefit most from digitisation for several reasons.…”

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Technology and Public Access to Cultural Heritage: The Italian Experience on ICT for Public Historical Archives

Guccio

Martorana

Mazza

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Cultural Heritage in a Changing World

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The introduction and diffusion of digital technologies have had a tremendous impact on the production, preservation and utilisation of cultural heritage. In Italy, the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities and Tourism (MiBACT) has undertaken several programs involving the use of digital technology to promote a larger access to cultural heritage, through the collection of metadata on cultural products preserved in the country and the provision of digital cultural products. Digitisation techniques and web infrastructures affect most activities carried out by such institutions: the production of cultural goods, the use and valorisation of cultural heritage, as well as the costs of preservation. This study analyses the digital projects carried out by the MiBACT for the preservation and utilisation of cultural heritage that is managed by public historic archives so as to evaluate their impact on the access to cultural products.

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“…In particular, the role of new technologies and the digital empowerment of museums have been considered crucial in attracting young generations and new audiences (Parry, 2007;Marty & Burton-Jones, 2008;Tallon & Walker, 2008;Carrozzino & Bergamasco, 2010;Bakhshi & Throsby, 2012;Jarrier & Bourgeon-Renault, 2012;Howell & Chilcott, 2013;Alexandri & Tzanavara, 2014;Enhuber, 2015). Both academics and practitioners highlight this idea: Thanks to edutainment, interactivity, and immersive experiences (Mencarelli, Marteaux & Pulh, 2010;Brady, 2011;Ntalla, 2013), ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies) could stimulate people's commitment, understanding, and creative engagement (Dindler, 2014), also becoming an activating factor in lack of motivation and context (Baradaran-Rahimi, 2014).…”

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Gaming and Museum

Izzo¹

2017

UCPA

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The purpose of this research paper is to investigate the state of the art of gaming applications in museums in order to reach audience development and community engagement. After analysing the main challenges concerning the innovation of the museum sector, this review tries to build a theoretical framework linking changes in audiences, museum role, and strategies for visitor involvement to support cultural institutions in achieving their mission and maximizing value creation. The research methodology employs a qualitative exploratory multi-case study. The key concept that emerges from the study, is that the museum is comparing with a variety of audiences in constant evolution, with respect to which is necessary to identify correct and appropriate arrangements for dialogue, declining languages, and tools of mediation in keeping with museum dissemination objectives. Moreover, a museum, to be able to communicate in an appropriate way, must first know how to listen to all its visitors, even (or especially) those of a younger age, often not attracted by history and art but generally gamers who, if appropriately involved, could ultimately represent its visitors of the future. The study aims to be a tool for reflection for cultural institutions which want to revitalize their offering system. Keywords: gaming, museum, audience engagement, audience development, cultural heritage Just 40 years after their birth, video games have become one of the main creative and entertainment industries in the world. No wonder a projected turnover of more than $100 billion in 2017 (Report Newzoo), for years now has passed cinema, music, and books for business volumes. A recent report on cultural and creative industries in England shows how the sector "IT, software and games" in 2014 has generated indirect economic value than "movie, television, music, publishing, design, fashion, and architecture" put together.We are talking, therefore, of a sector of huge importance worldwide, which is able to produce wealth and generate high economic value. It is not, therefore, something confined to a marginal and minority audience (teenagers), as a superficial approach might suggest, but rather of a growing business, which has moreover gradually expanded its range of users, also in unpredictable directions. Now, it makes this necessary initial clarification, and it seems appropriate to ask about what is, or could be, the link between the world of video games and that of museums. In the first instance, it should be noted that not only there are many museums whose collections are composed essentially of video games but also some museums, caliber (for example) of the MOMA (The Museum of Modern Art), have interpreted these productions as a true artistic expression, to the point of them become an integral part of its permanent collections. In other cases, video games have been the subject of temporary exhibitions, such as one called "The Art of Video Game", created in 2012 by the SAAM, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington. Corresponding auth...

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New technologies in cultural institutions: theory, evidence and policy implications

Cited by 125 publications

References 13 publications

Fiscal and economic aspects of book consumption in the European Union

Fiscal and economic aspects of book consumption in the European Union

Technology and Public Access to Cultural Heritage: The Italian Experience on ICT for Public Historical Archives

Gaming and Museum

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