ACM Journal on Computing and Cultural Heritage
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Cultural Heritage with Computational Insights.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Digital Preservation and Archiving:
Research on methods and technologies for the digital preservation of cultural artifacts, including archival practices, metadata standards, and long-term data sustainability. - Virtual and Augmented Reality Applications:
Exploration of virtual and augmented reality technologies to enhance visitor experiences in museums and cultural heritage sites, including immersive storytelling and interactive exhibits. - Machine Learning and AI in Cultural Heritage:
Application of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for tasks such as image classification, content recognition, and enhancing user interactions with cultural heritage data. - User Experience Design and Evaluation:
Studies focusing on user experience (UX) and interaction design within cultural heritage contexts, assessing how technology can improve visitor engagement and learning. - Cross-disciplinary Collaboration:
Encouragement of interdisciplinary approaches that combine computing, humanities, archaeology, and cultural studies to further the understanding and representation of heritage. - Data Interoperability and Linked Data:
Research on creating interoperable data systems and utilizing linked data principles to enhance access to and integration of cultural heritage information.
Trending and Emerging
- Integration of AI and Machine Learning:
An increasing number of studies are focusing on the use of AI and machine learning for tasks such as image recognition, content classification, and enhancing user interactions, showcasing the potential of these technologies in cultural heritage. - Enhanced Visitor Experiences through Technology:
There is a growing emphasis on developing immersive experiences using virtual and augmented reality, which enhances visitor engagement and education in cultural settings. - Sustainability in Cultural Heritage Practices:
Emerging themes focus on sustainable practices in the preservation and presentation of cultural heritage, integrating ecological considerations into digital methodologies. - Crowdsourcing and Community Engagement:
Research is increasingly exploring crowdsourcing as a method for enhancing cultural heritage projects, enabling community participation and collaborative documentation. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal is witnessing a rise in interdisciplinary research that combines computing, social sciences, and cultural studies, reflecting the need for diverse perspectives in addressing cultural heritage challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Methods of Heritage Documentation:
There is a noticeable decrease in research focusing on conventional methods of documentation in favor of more advanced digital techniques, indicating a shift towards innovative approaches. - Physical Reconstruction Techniques:
Research papers that concentrate solely on physical reconstruction methods without integrating digital technologies are becoming less frequent, as the field moves towards fully digital solutions. - Basic Educational Approaches:
Studies that focus on traditional educational methods in cultural heritage, without leveraging technology or digital engagement strategies, are declining, reflecting a growing emphasis on interactive and immersive learning experiences. - Static Display Methods in Museums:
Research on static, non-interactive display methods in museums is waning, as the trend shifts towards dynamic, visitor-centered, and technology-enhanced exhibitions.
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