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Resources
The quality and quantity of resources available to support media
development will not only affect the kind of media selected, but may
determine the feasibility and cost of production.
Are there landscape elements to support the message? Are they
accessible? How much information is available on the selected
subject? Has the accuracy of the information been certified? Are there
additional perspectives that should be interpreted? Are quality
photographs and other graphic elements available and can the proper
use rights be obtained? Does the message rely heavily on the use of
artifacts and are these artifacts extant and available? Can the artifacts
be adequately protected while on display? What kind of budget can
be projected?
Common types of media used to deliver interpretive messages
include audiovisual products, museum exhibits, wayside exhibits,
publications, and personal services. Each has qualities which make it
more or less suitable for a given application. Some of the recognized
strengths and limitations of each medium are listed below. Note that
these are generalizations; exceptions can usually be found.
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