The Australian Society of Archivists is proud to present its flagship publication, Keeping Archives, 3rd Edition [KA3].
KA3 is a completely new work, which builds upon the foundations of its legendary predecessor. It is a practical guide which addresses the real-life challenges of working with archival records, acknowledging the theoretical frameworks for this work.
KA3’s balance of practical information and recordkeeping theory and concepts will assist archivists new to the profession and others who find themselves caring for archival material. KA3 demystifies archival theory, concepts and standards.
KA3 provides information, guidance and skills to professionally manage legacy collections and backlogs while also facing the challenge of proactively working across the records continuum.
Chapters include: Introducing Archives and Archivists, Getting Started, Buildings & Storage, Appraisal & Disposal, Managing Acquisitions, Accessioning, Arrangement & Description, Access & Reference, Finding Aids, Building Community, Using Computers, Digitisation & Imaging, Outreach & Advocacy, Digital Recordkeeping, and Managing More than Paper: Maps & Plans, Photographs, Objects, and Moving Sound & Image.
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