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For information and registration for the following learning opportunity and
others offered by the University of Victoria Cultural Resource Management
Program, Canada, please contact Kelly Wilhelm, Program Coordinator, Ph:
250-721-6119; Email: [log in to unmask]
Website: http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/crmp/

Managing Archaeological Information with Luke Dalla Bona
October 4 - 9, 1999 at the University of Victoria, BC, Canada

The information associated with archaeological sites and resources is
unique, complex, and laden with cultural and political values. This course
examines the nature of archaeological information and the key considerations
in collecting, organizing, managing and sharing it in integrated and
respectful ways. You will develop your ability to:

* recognize the range of information that pertains to archaeological
resources and sites
* appreciate the values it holds for associated cultural groups,
researchers, and archaeological resource managers
* develop appropriate consultative and collaborative approaches to
information management
* understand legal, ethical and moral considerations in collecting, storing,
accessing, and using archaeological information
* understand the use of a range of technologies, including database,
Internet, GIS and GPS systems, to record, manage and share information
* anticipate the impacts of emerging issues and technologies

Instructor: Luke Dalla Bona is an archaeological consultant with extensive
experience with the development and management of archaeological information
systems
Dates: October 4 - 9 with preparatory assignment
Please Register by: September 10
Fees: $589
Location: University of Victoria, BC, Canada

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Upcoming Learning Opportunities for Heritage Professionals
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In Victoria...

Heritage Area Conservation, October 25-30
Planning in Cultural Organizations, November 1-6
Communicating through Exhibitions, November 22-27
Heritage Interpretation, February 7-12
Museums in the Marketplace, February 21-26
Caring for Collections, March 6-11
Approaches to Repatriation, April 10-15

By distance education...

Museum Principles and Practices, September 18 - April 16
Principles and Practices in Heritage Conservation, September 18 - April 16
Collections Management, October 18 - February 7
Museum Information Management, January 17 - April 21

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