Special Collections Librarian
Colleen Hoelscher
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Coates Library 100H
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Subjects: Museum Studies, Special Collections and Archives
Introduction
This guide contains resources from the class visit to Special Collections and Archives.
Resources from Class
- Evolution of Data Storage (video)Have you ever wondered how data was stored in the past? This video shows the evolution of data storage devices over time.
- Obsolete Media PresentationPDF version of the powerpoint presentation given in class.
- Worksheet from classPDF version of the worksheet from class, listing all of the formats used in the session.
Links Mentioned in Class
- Museum of Obsolete MediaA unique online museum of physical media formats showcasing developments in audio, video, film and data storage. The Museum preserves the memory of those objects that held our memories, and every format listed in the Museum is represented by at least one example in the collection.
- Texas Archive of the Moving ImageTexas Archive of the Moving Image (TAMI) is a non-profit organization working to discover, preserve, provide access to, and educate the community about Texas’ film heritage.