The Training Gap - GLAM and The Carpentries

Explore the challenges and solutions in bridging the digital skills gap within GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) institutions in this 37-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2020. Discover how AARNet is collaborating with GLAM and HASS (Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences) colleagues to develop training sessions and learning materials aimed at enhancing digital literacy. Learn about the Carpentries model for teaching foundational computing skills and the introduction of Jupyter Notebooks through SWAN, a new environment designed to encourage users with limited computing or data science experience. Gain insights into various projects, including digitization efforts, data curation, and digital preservation initiatives across Australian institutions. Understand the importance of upskilling the community's digital dexterity and fostering curiosity and confidence in working with growing digital collections.