Archives and Manuscripts
Scope & Guideline
Bridging Disciplines in Communication and Information Sciences
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Archival Governance and Ethics:
This area addresses the principles of managing and preserving records, including ethical considerations and governance frameworks that guide archival practices. - Indigenous Knowledge and Representation:
The journal highlights the significance of Indigenous perspectives in archiving, promoting methodologies that respect and incorporate Indigenous knowledge systems and practices. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Archiving:
A consistent focus is on interdisciplinary collaboration, showcasing how various fields contribute to and enhance archival practices and documentation, particularly in relation to social issues. - Community Engagement and Participatory Archives:
Research in this domain explores how communities can actively participate in the creation and curation of archives, emphasizing the role of archives in social justice and historical representation. - Digital Archiving and Technology:
The journal examines the impact of digital technologies on archival practices, including the challenges and opportunities presented by the transition to digital formats in preserving cultural heritage.
Trending and Emerging
- Documenting Societal Change and Crisis:
Recent publications emphasize the importance of documenting contemporary societal issues, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing how archives can serve as vital resources for understanding and reflecting on significant historical events. - Participatory and Community-Focused Archives:
There is an increasing trend towards community engagement in archival projects, with a focus on participatory practices that empower communities to share their narratives and histories. - Indigenous Data Governance:
Emerging discussions around Indigenous data governance highlight the necessity of respecting Indigenous rights and knowledge in archival practices, reflecting a broader movement towards social justice and ethical archiving. - Emotional and Person-Centered Archiving:
A growing interest in the emotional aspects of archiving suggests a shift towards recognizing the personal connections individuals have with records, promoting a more human-centered approach to archival practices. - Interdisciplinary Collaborations:
There is a notable increase in interdisciplinary studies that explore the intersections of archival science with other fields, indicating a trend towards holistic approaches in understanding and documenting cultural heritage.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Archival Terminology and Practices:
There is a noticeable reduction in papers focusing solely on traditional archival terminology and practices, suggesting a shift towards more innovative and adaptive approaches that embrace contemporary challenges. - National Web Archives:
Research specifically centered on national web archives appears to be less frequent, indicating a potential waning interest as the field moves towards more dynamic and inclusive archival practices. - Conventional Recordkeeping in Isolation:
Papers that discuss recordkeeping in isolation, without consideration of broader social implications or interdisciplinary connections, are becoming less common, highlighting a trend towards integrative approaches in archival discourse.
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