AASLH is offering two online learning opportunities in the month of January.

Basics of Archives Online Course - The course is scheduled for January 11– February 12.  The Basics of Archives was developed in cooperation with COSHRC, the Michigan Historical Center, the New York State Archives, and the Ohio Historical Society, and with a grant from IMLS. Participants proceed at their own pace through this online workshop that covers the basics of archives management and practices including acquiring collections, processing, housing and preservation, and providing access.  Cost for the workshop is $85 for members and $150 for nonmembers.  The deadline for registration is January 5.  For more information or to register, go to www.aaslh.org/basicsofarchives.htm.

Planning for Your Digitization Project Webinar – This new webinar is scheduled for January 26-28.  The course is designed in three 75 minute sessions with a live instructor.  The purpose of this online webinar is to introduce archivists, curators, librarians and other staff from cultural heritage institutions to the range of issues associated with digitization of primary source materials. This webinar provides an introduction to the issues involved in digital project management. Cost for the workshop is $85 for members and $150 for nonmembers.  The deadline for registration is January 19.  For more information or to register, go to www.aaslh.org/DigitWebinar.htm.

Please contact Bethany Hawkins, Program Associate at [log in to unmask] or 615-320-3203 if you have any questions about these or other upcoming workshops.

 

 

Bethany Hawkins

Program Associate

American Association for State and Local History

1717 Church St.

Nashville, TN 37203

615-320-3203

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AASLH's 2009 Professional Development schedule is now available at www.aaslh.org/workshop.htm.