Digitisation Planning Half-Day Workshop (in-person)

This guided workshop expands on the Digitsation Plan Info Session held on 8th October, providing a supported learning environment for those ready to progress or review existing work around collections digitisation. Topics The small group workshop will cover: • Context of digitisation in collections management and the National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries. • The benefits and challenges of digitising collections. • Exploring GLAM Peak's "Plan; Prepare; Digitise; Share" model of planning for digitisation. • Overview of digital asset management. Outcomes On completion of this topic, participants will: • Identify key terminology surrounding digital collections and digitisation • Explain the policy, procedural and management context for digital activity. • Identify tools and resources to assist with planning for collections digitisation. • Be aware of the need for sustainable technical infrastructure for storage and access to digitised content. • Recognise the benefits and application of digitising collections. • Identify opportunities for digitisation for their own organisation. Prerequisites None. Attendance at the Virtual Info Session is not a prerequisite, but is recommended. Attendees of the Virtual Info Session are directed to this workshop or the virtual workshop to continue their learning journey. Important to know • The content of this workshop is the same as the Digitisation Planning Half-Day Virtual Workshop on 4 December. AMaGA WA offers a virtual and in-person options in order to reach our regional audiences. • We recommend Perth-metro organisations attend the in-person session.