Cultural Heritage Digitization and Preservation in Ghanaian West Africa: A Sociotechnical Approach in the Digital Age

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Hauptverfasser: Cook, Louis, Greenwood, Mary, King, Trevor
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author Cook, Louis
Greenwood, Mary
King, Trevor
author_facet Cook, Louis
Greenwood, Mary
King, Trevor
contents <p>Cultural heritage in Ghanaian West Africa is increasingly at risk due to rapid digitalization and globalization. The study employs ethnographic methods, participatory action research, and digital preservation techniques in collaboration with local communities. A survey of 120 community members revealed that 75% support the use of digital platforms for cultural documentation. Digital tools can effectively preserve cultural heritage while engaging local stakeholders. Integrate digital preservation into cultural education programmes and foster community-led initiatives. Cultural Heritage, Digital Preservation, Ghana, Sociotechnical Approach</p>
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spellingShingle Cultural Heritage Digitization and Preservation in Ghanaian West Africa: A Sociotechnical Approach in the Digital Age
Cook, Louis
Greenwood, Mary
King, Trevor
Sub-Saharan
Digital Preservation
Ethnography
Participatory Action Research
Sociotechnical Systems
Cultural Heritage Management
Digital Age
<p>Cultural heritage in Ghanaian West Africa is increasingly at risk due to rapid digitalization and globalization. The study employs ethnographic methods, participatory action research, and digital preservation techniques in collaboration with local communities. A survey of 120 community members revealed that 75% support the use of digital platforms for cultural documentation. Digital tools can effectively preserve cultural heritage while engaging local stakeholders. Integrate digital preservation into cultural education programmes and foster community-led initiatives. Cultural Heritage, Digital Preservation, Ghana, Sociotechnical Approach</p>
title Cultural Heritage Digitization and Preservation in Ghanaian West Africa: A Sociotechnical Approach in the Digital Age
topic Sub-Saharan
Digital Preservation
Ethnography
Participatory Action Research
Sociotechnical Systems
Cultural Heritage Management
Digital Age
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19039395