Effective or not? Success or failure? Assessing heritage and archaeological education programmes – the case of Çatalhöyük

Archaeological heritage education programmes often lack critical assessment of their effectiveness, which is crucial for ensuring the protection of sites. This study highlights that most such programmes fail to measure success adequately, despite their long-term operation. Focusing on Çatalhöyük, one of the world's longest-running education initiatives, it argues that evaluating outcomes—considering social, political, and educational contexts—is essential for improving heritage conservation efforts. The research suggests that without systematic assessment, even well-established programmes may not achieve their goals effectively.

Apaydin, V. (2016). Effective or not? Success or failure? Assessing heritage and archaeological education programmes – the case of Çatalhöyük. International Journal of Heritage Studies, 22(10), 828–843. https://doi.org/10.1080/13527258.2016.1218912