Course Details
March 27, 2015
Milwaukee, WI
Digital archives require professional curatorial practices just as paper archives do! In this course you’ll discover the differences and similarities between curating paper and electronic records, a system of best practices for digital curation, and review what any institution needs to implement to ensure the success of its own digital curation.
Upon completion of this course you’ll be able to:
Identify the components of team building and digital curation that are necessary to begin working towards a curation prototype in your institution.
Pinpoint areas to invest in locally to build knowledge and skills to meet the needs of a digital repository program at your institution.
Review existing digital repository characteristics that best illustrate roads to success.
Gain access to resources, guides, models, and best practices relevant to the digital curation/repository landscape.
Recognize and establish relationships within your organization to achieve a digital archives repository program.
Who should attend?
Practitioners, Managers, Librarians, Museum Professionals, and Administrator who’ll be asked to design a digital archives or need to improve the operation of such an archives.
What should you know already?
Appraisal of records, providing access to records, as well as some knowledge of digital preservation and electronic records.
This course is one of the Foundational Courses in the Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) Curriculum and Certificate Program! If you intend to pursue the Certificate, you'll need to pass the examination for this course.
Course Format: | On Site |
Address: | Boston, MA |
Duration: | 8 hours |
Audience Category: | Practical (Hands-on) & Management (Planning) |
Level: | Basic |
Instructor(s): | Kari R Smith |
Maximum Attendees: | |
Cost Range: | SAA Member $199 / $269 |
Provider: | University of Wisconsin |
Sponsored by: | Society of American Archivists |