Archival Management

Course aim

To ensure students are familiar with the theory, models and practices which relate to the management of archives

Course content

The learning process will include a review of the historical development of archival theory internationally and nationally; a review of national and international recordkeeping standards and principles and their application in the archival context - including capturing, maintaining and using records; the value of records for memory; record keeping roles and responsibilities; risk management; governance frameworks and characteristics of the jurisdictions in which record keeping activities occur; advocacy and education; assessment of archival management models and how they relate to the digital environment; the challenges relating to the management and preservation of traditional format and digital materials; practical sessions relating to the management of archives; current issues in archival management and recordkeeping, and keeping up-to-date.

Textbook(s)

Bettington, Jackie [et al.] 2008, Keeping archives, 3rd, Australian Society of Archivists Inc, ACT

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Archival project, Assignment 1 Archival theory, Assignment 2 Appraisal

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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