HIST522 - Archives and Manuscript Management
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This course examines the theory and practice of managing archival documents, such as personal papers, institutional records, photographs, electronic records, and other unpublished materials. Topics include: manuscript and records acquisition and appraisal, arrangement and description, conservation and preservation, reference, and access. The course provides in-depth study of current issues and practices in archives, addressing fundamental problems, theoretical principles, techniques, and practical administration of archives and manuscripts; the importance of records in the modern information age; discussion of the types and varieties of archival repositories and the value of historical records beyond traditional research use.
Prerequisites
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Schedule of Classes
| 11/28/11 - 04/29/12 |
05/07/12 - 08/26/12 |
Spring 2012 Session K - 16 Week session |
Course Materials
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Glossary of Archives and Records Terminology, Archive Fundamentals Series II, SAA - available online at www.archivists.org/glossary/list.asp
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GLOSSARY
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| Book Title: |
Modern Archives Reader : Basic Readings on Archival Theory and Practice
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0911333126
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National Archives And Records Administration
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| Author: |
Daniels, Maygene F.
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$24.75
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| Book Title: |
Understanding Archives and Manuscripts
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1931666202
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Society of American Archivists
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O'Toole, James M.
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$70.00
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| Book Title: |
Starting an Archives
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0810828642
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Scarecrow Press, Inc.
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| Author: |
Yakel, Elizabeth
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$46.25
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