Advanced Certificate in Digital Humanities and Public Engagement
Published on June 19, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I am excited to have Dr. Jane Smith, the lead instructor for the Advanced Certificate in Digital Humanities and Public Engagement. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about Digital Humanities and how it empowers scholars and professionals? GUEST: Absolutely! Digital Humanities is an interdisciplinary field that combines digital technologies with humanities research. This Advanced Certificate helps students leverage data analysis techniques, digital scholarship methodologies, and tools like digital mapping, network analysis, and text mining for impactful research and public engagement. HOST: That sounds fascinating! How do you see Digital Humanities influencing the way we connect with wider audiences and transform research? GUEST: Digital Humanities offers the opportunity to make research more accessible and engaging. By creating interactive resources like digital maps, visualizations, and online exhibits, scholars can reach audiences beyond the traditional academic sphere. This not only broadens the impact of their work but also encourages public engagement and collaboration. HOST: I can imagine there might be challenges in learning and teaching Digital Humanities. What are some common obstacles, and how does the course address them? GUEST: One challenge is the rapidly evolving nature of digital technologies. To address this, our course constantly updates its curriculum to include the latest tools and methodologies. Another challenge is making digital resources accessible, which we tackle by emphasizing inclusive design principles and best practices. HOST: That's great to hear! Looking towards the future, where do you see Digital Humanities heading, and how does this course prepare students for what's to come? GUEST: Digital Humanities will continue to play a significant role in reshaping research and public engagement. Our course equips students with the skills to adapt to new technologies, develop collaborative projects, and create accessible digital resources. This prepares them to be leaders in the field and make meaningful contributions to humanities research and beyond. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today. If you're interested in transforming your research and connecting with wider audiences, explore the Advanced Certificate in Digital Humanities and Public Engagement!
