Course Details

Bridging Humanities & Technology: Digital Humanities & Libraries Training Course

INTRODUCTION

"Empower your library to support cutting-edge scholarly research with our Digital Humanities & Libraries Training Course. Learn to integrate digital tools and methodologies into humanities scholarship, enhancing research, teaching, and public engagement. This program equips librarians with the skills to facilitate digital projects, manage digital collections, and collaborate with researchers in the digital humanities. Discover how to transform your library into a hub for innovative digital scholarship and contribute to the evolution of humanities research."

DURATION

10 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is meticulously designed for:

• Academic Librarians: To support digital humanities research and teaching.
• Digital Librarians and Archivists: To manage and curate digital humanities collections.
• Research Support Staff: To assist researchers in digital humanities projects.
• Humanities Faculty and Researchers: To integrate digital tools into their scholarship.
• Information Science Students and Professionals: To gain expertise in digital humanities librarianship.
• Anyone interested in the intersection of humanities and technology.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles and methodologies of digital humanities.
• Identify and utilize digital tools for humanities research.
• Manage and curate digital humanities collections.
• Collaborate with researchers on digital humanities projects.
• Develop digital humanities initiatives and programs.
• Integrate digital humanities into library services and instruction.
• Apply digital humanities techniques to enhance research and teaching.
• Understand ethical considerations in digital humanities research.
• Utilize data visualization and mapping tools for humanities data.
• Understand the importance of digital preservation in digital humanities.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Humanities:

• Overview of digital humanities concepts and methodologies.
• The role of libraries in supporting digital humanities.
• Key projects and initiatives in digital humanities.
• Ethical considerations in digital humanities research.

Module 2: Digital Tools for Humanities Research:

• Text analysis and mining tools (e.g., Voyant Tools, AntConc).
• Data visualization and mapping tools (e.g., Tableau, ArcGIS).
• Digital storytelling and multimedia tools.
• Social media analysis and network analysis tools.

Module 3: Managing Digital Humanities Collections:

• Digital collection management and preservation.
• Metadata standards for digital humanities (TEI, EAD).
• Digital archiving and long-term access.
• Developing digital humanities repositories.

Module 4: Collaborating with Researchers:

• Understanding the research needs of digital humanists.
• Providing consultation and support for digital projects.
• Building partnerships and collaborations.
• Facilitating digital humanities workshops and training.

Module 5: Developing Digital Humanities Initiatives:

• Planning and implementing digital humanities projects.
• Developing digital humanities programs and services.
• Securing funding and resources for digital humanities.
• Promoting digital humanities within the institution.

Module 6: Integrating Digital Humanities into Library Services:

• Providing access to digital humanities tools and resources.
• Developing digital humanities research guides and tutorials.
• Integrating digital humanities into information literacy instruction.
• Creating digital humanities labs and maker spaces.

Module 7: Applying Digital Humanities Techniques:

• Text encoding and markup (TEI).
• Digital mapping and spatial analysis.
• Network analysis and visualization.
• Digital exhibitions and online exhibits.

Module 8: Ethical Considerations in Digital Humanities:

• Data privacy and security in digital humanities research.
• Copyright and intellectual property issues.
• Responsible use of digital tools and data.
• Addressing bias and representation in digital humanities projects.

Module 9: Data Visualization and Mapping:

• Using data visualization tools for humanities data.
• Creating interactive maps and visualizations.
• Analyzing spatial and temporal data.
• Communicating research findings through visualizations.

Module 10: Digital Preservation and Future Trends:

• Ensuring the long-term preservation of digital humanities projects.
• Understanding emerging trends in digital humanities.
• Developing sustainable digital humanities initiatives.
• The future of digital humanities in libraries.

 CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com