Intro to Community Archiving

4-Week Course Starts MAY 13, 2024

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Course Description

What are community archives? How are they different than “traditional” archives? This course will introduce the basics, challenges, and opportunities of community archives, how to plan a community archive, and explore examples of digital and physical community archives. The course is geared toward archive and library professionals.


Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning and value of both community and participatory archiving
  • Recall best practices for collaborations and partnerships
  • Learn tools for incorporating aspects of community and participatory archiving and be able to envision relevant plans for a repository


Total Course Hours: 10 Hours/ 1 CEU


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
This course starts on May 13, 2024.
It is an asynchronous online course designed to be completed in 4 weeks.
Participants will spend approximately 2.5 hours each week on viewing lectures, answering quizzes, and completing discussion, reading, and written assignments.
It is recommended that you complete each week's work within that week to stay in sync with other learners.
When is the last day for enrollment?
FRIDAY, May 10th.
Will the instructor be available for feedback and questions?
Absolutely! Your instructor will provide feedback for each assignment and will be available via email for any questions you may have. A discussion area is also available where participants can post questions.
Will I receive a Certificate of Completion?
In order to receive a Certificate of Completion you must complete the following each week:
1. View all lectures
2. Answer all quizzes
3. Complete all assignments .
You will receive your certificate approximately 2 weeks after the course ends..
How long do I have access to the course material?
You will have unlimited access for three months from the start date of this course.
I am having trouble enrolling. Help!
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What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, Contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.

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