Petition: International Appeal for the Preservation of the World Audiovisual Heritage
Professional Reading Shelf
Archives
Source: The International Federation of Television Archives Petition: International Appeal for the Preservation of the World Audiovisual Heritage
"The world audiovisual heritage that bears witness to the people's cultural identity is under immediate threat. 200 million hours of audio and video records are endangered, particularly in the developing countries. This call is intended to draw attention to the perilous situation of these archives, to get the support of the United Nations, and to demonstrate the solidarity of archivists and users all around the globe." Sign the petition online. See Also: Establishment of an International Archives Day: Proposal by the International Council on Archives
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Government Grants--United States--Databases
Source: GCN Bill would create grants database
"Aiming to bring more transparency to the federal grant-making process, two top lawmakers have introduced legislation that would create a public database to track government-issued grants." Read and track the legislation (via THOMAS).
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Web Search--Google--Media Coverage
Online Privacy
Source: First Monday In Google we trust: Information integrity in the digital age
From the abstract, "This paper considers information safety and accuracy in the digital age using Google as an entry point. In doing so, it explores the role media play in shaping the relationship of information, privacy, and trust between Google and the public. This inquiry is undertaken using framing theory to guide a content analysis of the way Google is presented in New York Times articles from a two--year period ending in November, 2005. Analysis of the extensive coverage of Google's share price and earnings reports leads to the conclusion that trust in Google is fostered in part simply by reports of its fiscal success. To the extent that this is true, meaningful public debate about information policies is inhibited." From the conclusion, "In other words, overly positive coverage of Google based on earnings reports and share prices does not promote a balanced understanding of the company. Without such knowledge, individuals misplace trust to some extent, exposing themselves to information risks unknowingly."
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