Doing Oral History: A Practical Guide is the standard work for oral history, used by professional oral historians, public historians, archivists, and genealogists. This practice-oriented handbook is suitable for use in higher education, archive management, and self-study within public history.
The third edition addresses developments in digital audio and video technology, making it easier to create quality recordings and share them online. The book contains detailed advice on:
- Setting up and managing oral history projects
- Conducting interviews and making video recordings
- Preservation of collections in archives and libraries
- Teaching and presenting oral history
This edition is structured as questions and answers, and includes new themes such as:
- Technology: Overview of audiovisual equipment, transcription, preservation, and dissemination without brand preference. Extensive information on web publication and examples of online projects.
- Education: Application of oral history in online education and current information on Institutional Review Boards (IRB) and compliance.
- Presentation: New creative presentation methods, including public performances and interpretive dance.
- Legal aspects: Case studies on protecting donor restrictions, including implications of recent court cases such as the Boston College case.
- Theory and memory: Insights into memory studies, traumatic events, and theoretical considerations around oral sources.
- Internationalization: Extensive attention to oral history projects worldwide, with special focus on regions with political or social changes.
Doing Oral History: A Practical Guide is indispensable for beginners, teachers, archivists, and managers of historical collections who want to capitalize on the latest technologies and insights. Intertaal is your reliable supplier and guarantees fast delivery of this valuable learning tool.