This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
What is the digital future for our study of the past? What tools, resources, and platforms are available to convert information, images, and objects from the past into a digital format, and what is in the pipeline for future development? Most importantly, what skills are necessary for such work, and how can we best prepare for the future of historical research? In this module, that explores the past, present, and future of digital humanities research, students will learn about practices and methods surrounding the management and preservation of data for posterity. In doing so, they will learn key concepts about accessibility, searchability, limitations, copyright, future-proofing, and inter-operability, and think through issues arising from user experience. The module will appeal to all students interested in heritage, digital experiences, gaming, virtual reality, encoding, and library and archival training, though no prior experience in these areas is required.
Total contact hours: 22
Private study hours: 278
Total study hours: 300
Main assessment methods
2,000 word report, designed as a blog post, about a digital resource or set of digital resources (25%)
Independent project (commensurate to 4,000 words of work) (75%)
Reassessment methods
100% coursework
The University is committed to ensuring that core reading materials are in accessible electronic format in line with the Kent Inclusive Practices. The most up to date reading list for each module can be found on the university's reading list pages: https://kent.rl.talis.com/index.html
The intended subject specific learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate a clear working understanding of the tools and platforms commonly used in digital humanities projects;
2 Demonstrate a critical comprehension in past and present work about digital humanities practices;
3 Express a critical awareness of the strengths and weaknesses of existing digital humanities projects;
4 Understand and convey an informed understanding of the future direction of digital humanities work.
The intended generic learning outcomes. On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Apply, evaluate and critique methodologies in the study and practice of digital humanities and incorporate these in their own research;
2 Demonstrate a conceptual and critical engagement with current research in the discipline;
3 Convey new or complex ideas in written or oral form with greater clarity;
4 Take responsibility for an independent research project, including identifying appropriate primary material for use in a digital humanities project, and undertaking self-directed research and learning to bring the project to completion.
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