This course evaluates the interconnectedness of digital preservation, digitization, copyright, and curation of digital collections. Digitized formats and media and born digital content are crucial to the success of cultural heritage digital collections. Digital preservation ensures this content is accessible and stable for many lifetimes. The goal of this course is to give students an advanced look into the world of cultural heritage digital preservation.  This course allows students to explore their own interests in typical cultural heritage formats and media held by museums, libraries, and archives.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Write a grant proposal focused on digital preservation and digitization of collections
• Assess copyright of cultural heritage materials for public digital access
• Compare and contrast controlled digital lending practices across an array of institutions
• Evaluate digitization best practices and advanced imaging techniques in cultural heritage institutions
• Use frameworks such as Open Archival Information System (OAIS) and National Digital Stewardship Alliance (NDSA) levels to assess digital preservation strategies
• Utilize time management techniques to understand the intertwined nature of digital preservation and project management
• Develop a personal digital collection while ensuring its long term accessibility and digital preservation status