How on Virtual Earth can Wikis Help Achivists?

How on Virtual Earth can Wikis help Archivists?

Wikis are among the most well-known applications in the universe of
Web 2.0, but especially archivists have been quite shy in both using
and initiating them.

However lately some archives have started experimenting with wikis,
and also individual archivists or teams of archivists have started
using wikis more and more often. For their own use, and to the
advantage of their patrons: collaborating in knowledge bases, sharing
collections, asking for the Wisdom of the Crowds even!

On Sunday May 25, 1pm-2.30pm SLT (9pm-10.30pm GMT) the Archivists of
Second Life will discuss the world of wikis for their own use, and
their benefit for the general public, interested in archives and
special collections.

Three archivists will present on new wiki projects, sharing with you
their thoughts and experiences:

* Abby Nemmeth: Lone Arranger Wiki
* Archivist Llewellyn: Archivopedia, the archives wiki encyclopedia
* Elias Etchegaray: ArchiefWiki

What are the wikis about, and why are they setup? What problems were
encountered during setup, and in what way will users be able to
benefit from the wikis?

These and many more questions will be presented on, and discussed
about. The presentations take place at the Open Air Auditorium at
Cybrary City.

Everyone with an interest in archives, special collections, wikis, and
online collaboration between information professionals and patrons is
very welcome to join us for this meeting!

If you have any questions, or if you’d like some more information,
please contact Christi Janus for details.