Editor:
Bryan W. Carter, University of Arizona
Synopsis:
The field of Digital Humanities is becoming increasingly exciting as the number of low-cost, or free, mobile and desktop applications flood the market. They allow users to accomplish tasks that only a few years ago were either not possible, or required complicated coding or high-end computing power. The range of these applications provides access to digital communications, advanced visualization, data storage and retrieval at unprecedented levels. Digital Humanists are incorporating these tools as part of teaching, research, and creative expression. This book approaches the topic from a perspective that will be attractive to: Highlights A particular strength of the book is that, in addition to practical applications, it explores the most important question: "why" choose a particular application to use. The learning theory behind most of the applications or categories mentioned makes this book unique. There are also useful case studies and critiques of studies found in this book. Another helpful feature is that augmented reality is incorporated in the text. Key images can be scanned with the Layar augmented reality application. It then displays augmented video interviews with experts in the field who specialize in Digital Humanities. Read a sample chapter: Visualizing the World and Engaging the Field If you select the pdf option on the web page, you can use the Layar app to watch experts in the field talk about their work. (Note: the application works best with high speed internet connection.) You can download the Layar app for free from most app stores.
Table of Contents
- Coders
- Pedagogues
- Researchers
- Creators/Users
2. The Social Web
- Google+
- Blogging/Vlogging
3. Communicating with the world
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Video Broadcasting
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Videoconferencing
- Audiocasting
- Collaboration Tools
4. Visualizing the world and engaging the field 5. Archiving and sharing our research Conclusion About the series This book is volume 7 in the Cutting-edge Technologies in Higher Education series. Don't miss the volume on Redesigning Courses for Online Delivery Find out more about all these books. Recommend this book series to your Librarian To arrange a standing order for this series, please email your purchase order to [email protected]
Book Information
ISBN Electronic: 9781781906897
ISSN: 2044-9968
Publication Date: 19 November 2013
Format print: Paperback
Page count: 136
Dimensions: 152 x 229