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581 - Preserving Information Resources in a Digital Age

Preserving Information Resources in a Digital Age --- With a special focus on libraries, archives, and research collections, this course provides a comprehensive overview of information preservation. It will cover basic concepts, challenges, assessment methodologies, and good practices of preservation for continued access by present and future users. Preservation is discussed both as a distinct function and as an embedded feature of key information processing and dissemination. Students will explore core principles of preservation management and current trends and issues related to preservation and sustainability of digital collections.
Credit Hours 3