Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences; Digital Libraries; and Articles, Papers, and Reports
PATRON: Using a Multimedia Digital Library for Learning and Teaching in the Performing Arts
| Title: | PATRON: Using a Multimedia Digital Library for Learning and Teaching in the Performing Arts (ID: EDU0026) | | Author(s): | Elizabeth Lyon | | Origin: | Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000) | | Type: | Articles, Papers, and Reports | | Abstract: | The creation and application of a multimedia digital library to support learning and teaching in the Performing Arts is described. PATRON Performing Arts Teaching Resources ONline delivers audio, video, music scores, dance notation and theatre scripts to the desktop via an innovative web-based interface. Digital objects are linked subjectively by users in profiles with different formats and functions, for example, e-notebook, multimedia essay, and synchronised timeline. Metadata are implemented in XML and extended Dublin Core. Rights issues related to digitising multimedia resources are noted and the watermarking of audio, video and images is described in relation to rights protection. | | View this resource: | |
Digital Libraries: Potential and Risks
| Title: | Digital Libraries: Potential and Risks (ID: EDU9948) | | Author(s): | Barbara E. McMullen | | Origin: | Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (1999) | | Type: | Articles, Papers, and Reports | | Abstract: | It is hoped that, some day, digital technologies will make knowledge and information available, expediently and without barriers through gigabit networks and digital libraries. The technologies and events that combined are called "digital library" are presented. The potential is contrasted with technology misconceptions and potential social risks. This paper summarizes the EDUCAUSE '99 presentation about the Tufts University Smart Digital Library prototype projects. | | View this resource: | |
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