DH/DX Workshop: Working with Data

Datasets come in many shapes and sizes. In this workshop we will start by examining examples of some of the most common data formats that you will find when you download or create datasets including .CSV, .TSV, .TXT, .SQL, and .XML. We will examine the different open source and publicly available tools available to read, edit, process and analyze the datasets. A .zip file of sample datasets will be provided to attendees to download ahead of the workshop and optional homework follow-up questions will be provided to send to the instructor for feedback and conversation after the class. Led by Digital Humanities Fellow Deena Engel.

Tuesday, April 13, 12:15–1:15 pm | Zoom
RSVP: jen.ha@bgc.bard.edu

Delivering an Effective Academic Presentation

Wondering how to present your work and ideas most effectively in a professional or academic setting? Your questions might include:

• Should I read a prepared paper, speak from an outline, or off the cuff?
• How can I make sure the audience will follow unfamiliar words, names, or concepts important to my argument?
• What are the best strategies for incorporating visual images?
• What pitfalls should I avoid?
• How can I make the most of remote or online platforms?

This interactive workshop will help you consider, test, and practice the skills of formal presentation. As part of the workshop, participants will deliver a sample of a recent prepared talk (a conference paper, in-class project presentation, or anything similarly developed for which you have both a text or notes and a PowerPoint), which will form the basis for feedback and suggestions by your peers. Space is limited and will be first come, first served. Please RSVP by Monday, April 11 at 4:00 p.m. Led by Professor Jeffrey Collins.

Monday, April 18, 12:15–1:45 pm | Seminar Room
RSVP: jen.ha@bgc.bard.edu

Study Collection: Object Acquisition and Processing

Datasets come in many shapes and sizes. In this workshop we will start by examining examples of some of the most common data formats that you will find when you download or create datasets including .CSV, .TSV, .TXT, .SQL, and .XML. We will examine the different open source and publicly available tools available to read, edit, process and analyze the datasets. A .zip file of sample datasets will be provided to attendees to download ahead of the workshop and optional homework follow-up questions will be provided to send to the instructor for feedback and conversation after the class. Led by Digital Humanities Fellow Deena Engel.

Tuesday, April 13, 12:15–1:15 pm | Digital Media Lab
RSVP: jen.ha@bgc.bard.edu

NYFA x BGC: Career Development Workshop

Wondering how to present your work and ideas most effectively in a professional or academic setting? Your questions might include:

• Should I read a prepared paper, speak from an outline, or off the cuff?
• How can I make sure the audience will follow unfamiliar words, names, or concepts important to my argument?
• What are the best strategies for incorporating visual images?
• What pitfalls should I avoid?
• How can I make the most of remote or online platforms?

This interactive workshop will help you consider, test, and practice the skills of formal presentation. As part of the workshop, participants will deliver a sample of a recent prepared talk (a conference paper, in-class project presentation, or anything similarly developed for which you have both a text or notes and a PowerPoint), which will form the basis for feedback and suggestions by your peers. Space is limited and will be first come, first served. Please RSVP by Monday, April 11 at 4:00 p.m. Led by Professor Jeffrey Collins.

Monday, April 18, 12:15–1:45 pm | Seminar Room
RSVP: jen.ha@bgc.bard.edu