Digital Publishing: Concepts and Practice

ISS 550SL

Seminar cultivating theoretical, critical, and historical understanding of scholarly publishing through study of contemporary digital publishing and related issues in the digital humanities. Themes include markers of authorship and authority; contextual influences on interpretation; theories of audience. Hands-on work researching and building an openly accessible, web-based scholarly resource. Guest lecturers providing insight into current legal, technical, and ethical issues in digital publishing. Theoretical readings; analysis, critique, and reflection assignments; team-based discussion and collaboration; ongoing application to individual student projects.
Curriculum Codes
  • R
  • STS
  • CZ
Cross-Listed As
  • PHIL 550SL
Typically Offered
Occasionally