Tools & Technologies – eLaboratories

Tools & Technologies

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Practical Strategies for Web Accessible and Environmentally Sustainable Digital Projects

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On August 7, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT, explore practical approaches to planning for web accessibility and environmental sustainability for your digital project with Project Developer Erica Cavanaugh. During the workshop, participants will discuss topics like planning for accessibility in your site’s visual design and navigation, optimizing image and media resources to reduce unnecessary data transfer, selecting sustainable hosting and technology solutions, and more.

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An Introduction to the Digital Humanities Climate Coalition Toolkit

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On March 18 at 1:00 PM EDT, eLabs will host a webinar that invites researchers to explore questions around the environmental impact of digital humanities work. The session draws on the approaches and resources developed by the Digital Humanities Climate Coalition (DHCC), whose work includes the development of a toolkit designed to help individuals and organizations make informed digital choices and support the development of more sustainable research projects. Led by Christopher Ohge, this webinar will provide guidance on how to implement the toolkit in research projects.

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SNACSchool Indigenous Create and Edit

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SNACSchool Indigenous Create and Edit, a virtual event to be held April 22, 1:00–5:00 PM EDT, is a multi-module course geared towards those interested in editing Indigenous entities in SNAC and uses inclusive Indigenous examples and specific ethical considerations. Registration is open to all, but Indigenous community members are particularly encouraged to attend, as well as others who may provide reference to Indigenous topics or collections. Previously recorded sessions and PDFs of slide decks are also available to revisit steps and refresh your memory.

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SNACSchool Create and Edit

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SNACSchool Create and Edit, a virtual event to be held February 25, 1:00–5:00 PM EST, is a multi-module course geared towards those interested in editing in SNAC. Some archival research training or experience is recommended before taking this class, and you can find helpful videos on the SNAC website! Previously recorded sessions and PDFs of slide decks are also available to revisit steps and refresh your memory.

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SNACSchool Indigenous Research and Reference

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SNACSchool Indigenous Research and Reference, a virtual event to be held on March 25, 1:00–3:00 PM EDT, is intended for those interested in learning how to use SNAC for Indigenous research and uses inclusive Indigenous entities and specific ethical considerations. Registration is open to all, but Indigenous community members are particularly encouraged to attend, as well as others who may provide reference to Indigenous topics or collections. Attendees will get an overview of SNAC’s website and search functions and will learn how it can help them with their archival research goals.

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SNACSchool Research and Reference

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SNACSchool Research and Reference, a virtual event to be held on January 15, 1:00–3:00 PM EDT, is intended for those wanting to learn how to use SNAC for conducting their own research, or those who provide reference and want to up their game! Attendees will get an overview of SNAC’s website and search functions and will learn how it can help them with their archival research goals.