Short Description
This assignment was created in lieu of a physical tour of Literary Los Angeles (for a Literary L.A. course). Students worked on a 3-week project to create digital maps (see assignment attached for details about what maps included). The library workshop occured in week 1, after students formed groups and shared to a discussion post in Canvas what author/region/text they would focus on. The Liaison Librarian and Archivist led the library session.
Learning Outcomes
By the time you complete this assignment you will:
- Know how to find and add digital archival objects and open web images to Historypin
- Think creatively and critically about how to use digital objects to create an interactive digital collection with a map included.
- Understand copyright ownership and cite pinned objects properly in Historypin.
Participation Type
Ability Level
Potential Pitfalls and Teaching Tips
I did not spend too much time on registration, since that can take up valuable class time. Provide remote resources (a guide, slides, handouts) to assist w/ registration remotely.
Course Context (e.g. how it was implemented or integrated):
The assignment took place mid-way through a Literary Los Angeles course. It was a 3-week assignment. The library workshop occurred in week one, after students formed groups and shared to a discussion post in Canvas what author/region/text they would focus on. The Liaison Librarian and Archivist led the library session.
