I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you all—I’ve had the incredible opportunity to contribute a chapter to the upcoming book, Trends and Innovations Concerning Library & Information Science. This book is an exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the field of...
In today’s digital age, virtual reality (VR) is more than just an immersive experience for gamers; it's becoming a pivotal tool in educational fields, especially in historical and cultural studies. At the recent 2024 Association of California Archivist AGM, I had the privilege to present...
In today's digital age, uncovering your family history has never been easier, thanks to innovative tools like ChatGPT. This advanced AI model, developed by OpenAI, offers a wealth of possibilities for genealogy enthusiasts seeking to delve into their ancestry and discover hidden connections. In this...
Embarking on the journey to uncover African ancestry through archival records is a profound endeavor, laden with both challenges and opportunities. For descendants seeking to trace the footsteps of their enslaved forebears, archival research represents a pivotal pathway to reclaiming lost narratives and honoring ancestral...
In today's digital age, heritage museums, and cultural institutions are increasingly turning to digital technologies to preserve and share their collections with a wider audience. While the terms "digitization," "digital preservation," and "digital curation" are often used interchangeably, it's essential to understand that they represent...
Abstract: This article contends that countries involved in the colonial rule of Africa and the transatlantic slave trade should not impose fees for accessing records related to these historical atrocities. Rather, they have an ethical obligation to atone for their wrongdoings by making these records freely...
In an age dominated by digital technologies, museums, and cultural institutions are faced with the challenge of effectively curating and preserving their digital collections. Digital curation, the process of managing, organizing, and preserving digital assets, is essential for safeguarding cultural heritage and enhancing accessibility for...
In the digital era, museums are not only guardians of physical artifacts but also stewards of digital content that helps interpret and preserve cultural heritage. Content creation for digital curation plays a pivotal role in enhancing the accessibility and understanding of museum collections. It involves...
Genealogy research often involves a great deal of digital records and documents. From scanned photographs and old census records to family trees and DNA test results, the amount of information we collect and store digitally can be overwhelming. This is where digital curation and preservation...
As technology advances, it's becoming easier to preserve and share our family history with future generations. For African Americans, digitizing and preserving family records can be especially important in documenting a heritage that has been challenged by slavery, discrimination, and loss of records. One of the...