Digital Humanities and Humanities Computing
| Module Code: | AFF601 |
| Module Credits: | 10 ECTS Credits |
| Module Prequisties: | None |
| Compulsory: | Yes |
| Teaching Method: | Face to Face |
Objectives
To introduce learners to the fundamentals of the Digital Humanities; the learner will become familiar with Humanities Computing research and Digital Humanities artefacts, will be able to evaluate Digital Humanities projects and research problems, and will identify and develop methodolgoies, theories and technologies that will contribute to the disciplines in specific problem areas.
Module Content
Introduction to the discipline of Humanities Computing and its relation to Digital Humanities; National and International Humanities Computing Organisations; History of Humanities Computing; Data Archives, Preservation and Usability; Collapse of the Methods Network; Delivering Functional Digital Objects. The practical component of this module will involve identifying and evaluating a research topic suitable for fulfilling the requirements of AFF614 (project and dissertation).
Assessment
Total marks: 100; 50% examination, 50% continual assessment
Continual Assessment: Seminar participation will be mandatory and assessed. Tutorial assignments will be assigned prior to sessions. Three possible special topics will be examined for their project. One will be identified and will form the basis for the examination project plan.
Examination: Learners will be expected to complete a 5,000 word project plan that will correspond to their AFF614 project and dissertation.
Teaching Method
40 lecture hours (with lecturer); 4 online tutorial hours (with tutor); 8 online seminar hours (with moderator); 108 private hours
- Lecture hours provide an in-depth exploration of the subject area; identifying broad themes, reading material and areas for further consideration. They are delivered face-to-face in two blocks over five days during normal office hours in order to facilitate learners wishing to take advantage of professional study leave, and promote group cohesion.
- The online tutorial hours facilitate the learner in their project, allowing them to complete exercises in support of that project under the supervision of an experienced tutor. The online tutorial hours for the Face-to-Face modules will be scheduled during normal office hours.
- The online seminar hours facilitate the learner in group-based collaborative debate on the issues raised by the lectures and the project. These will be guided by an experienced moderator and will be available throughout the module, though 8 hours will be specifically required and scheduled after normal office hours e.g. 5pm-7pm on four days.
- The private hours will be necessary to complete the course reading material and acquire any necessary skills. The students will then be expected to complete a project in the remainder of the hours.
