An Integrative Approach to Archival Outreach: A Case Study of Becoming Part of the Constituents' Community

Rettig, Patricia

doi:10.1080/15332740802174175

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“…While instructional collaboration between archivists and librarians is a naturally synergistic alliance, there is a dearth of literature surrounding such collaborations, particularly on the creation and teaching of whole courses. Within literature focusing on archival outreach, there has been a call for an "integrative approach": archivists finding and focusing on spaces where potential constituents already spend time and energy, and integrating instructional practices with established habits and interests (Rettig, 2008), or the "Archives 2.0" approach, which involves archives proactively attracting new users (Theimer, 2011). In her review of crowdsourcing projects at the British Library, Ellis (2014) concludes that collaboration with the community helps "create a sense of pride and ownership in cultural and information institutions" (p. 4).…”

Section: Archivist and Librarian Classroom Collaborationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Digital Literacy Skills for Family History Research

Wilkinson

Bond

2021

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Objective – In this case study, an archivist and librarian teamed up to teach an introductory course on family history research for adult learners at their university’s lifelong learning centre. In response to students’ relative lack of digital skills, the instructors developed a new set of introductory skills that they believe are essential for genealogy research. Methods – Authors conducted pre- and post-course surveys to determine student expectations and the extent to which the course met those expectations. Authors coded one of these surveys. Results – Course assessment and class activities exposed the need for a set of digital skills that go beyond a literacy framework to assist family history researchers. After analyzing key themes found in pre- and post-course assessment, authors developed a new tool for genealogy instructors titled Introductory Digital Skills and Practices in Genealogy (IDSG). Conclusion – Archivist/librarian collaborations are an excellent way to cultivate needs-based teaching and outreach opportunities in our wider communities, particularly for adult learners. The Introductory Digital Skills and Practices in Genealogy tool is meant to inspire and assist other library professionals who want to teach family history research, serving as a reminder to centre teaching tangible digital skills as a focal point of instruction.

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Section: Archivist and Librarian Classroom Collaborationmentioning

confidence: 99%