Why use Omeka S in the classroom?
Omeka S can be a very useful platform for a variety of projects including online exhibitions, collaborative projects, presentations, and more. Beneficial outcomes include:
- Introduction to the field of Digital Humanities (digital theory and practice)
- Experience working with a digital publishing platform and the publishing process
- Learning about the processes of knowledge creation and metadata design
- Basic training in archival research
- Developing public-facing academic writing skills
- Copyright education and improved digital literacy
- Sharing the exhibit on social media, portfolios, and resumes if the exhibit is published online
What exhibits have other MacEwan classes created?
- Sociology 402: Collective Memory and Society - Using the readings collected in the Reader we explore themes such as: community and memory, power and memory, cultural trauma, and nostalgia. The goal of this exhibit is to provide illustrations and examples of collective memory to elaborate and support class readings. Each entry includes an image and a brief description of how it connects to the class material.
What exhibits have classes at other universities created?
Here's a sample list of exhibits created by other university classes:
For more examples, visit the Omeka S site directory.
How do I request an Omeka S site for my class?
If you are interested in teaching with Omeka S, please contact us to set up an initial consultation at least one month prior to the semester when you would like to teach the course. We can discuss whether Omeka S is the right fit for your class, set up a course site, offer Omeka S workshops to you and your class to introduce you to the site, and provide support throughout the semester.
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