Week 5 - Oral History Interviewing Workshop Series
Tue, May 13
|Hammond Public Library
This is a six-week program in which author Samuel Love will teach how to interview, capture and archive oral histories of people of interest. Imagine interviewing and documenting a World War II veteran's experiences. This series will teach you how to do this from A to Z.
Time & Location
May 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Hammond Public Library, 564 State Street, Hammond, IN
About the event
WEEK 5 - Transcription and Editing
Class Plans: We will discuss the importance of creating an accurate transcription, with tips and technologies for streamlining this tedious process. We discuss best practices for working with the respondent to create a manuscript from the transcription.
Skill Building Goal: Developing strategies to lessen the burden of transcription while maintaining accuracy. Discussion of current technologies and transcription apps. Basic line and copy editing skills and best practices.
Social Engagement Goal: Stress the importance of continued collaboration with the respondent.