Document Type

Presentation

Conference Name

Digital Library Federation Annual Forum

Publication Date

7-30-2024

Keywords

metadata, linked data, digital humanities, open data, GIS data, maps, World War I, Illinois State University alumni, Illinois State Normal University

Abstract

Digital collections provide an information space capable for complex data analysis and visualizations. A metadata strategy with robust description can reach beyond providing access to a collection and inspire new contextual narratives and knowledge. Using the Illinois State Normal University (ISNU) World War I Service Records digital collection as a case study, the authors explored the collections as data model in this significant World War I archival collection to highlight lesser-known stories, including those of the Pioneer Infantry, women, and noncombatants. Through the creation and analysis of metadata, transcription, and images in the collection, a digital exhibit was produced using ArcGIS and other digital humanities tools. This presentation will discuss approaches to digital collections metadata, data visualization and mapping, digital storytelling, and will present real-world techniques that participants can use in their own work.

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The presentation was given at the Digital Library Federation (DLF) Forum 2024.

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