We are seeking submissions from those working on innovative
projects on the themes outlined below in a research or operational capacity,
who can contribute to this forward looking conference. Contributions can be
made through formal presentations, seminars or workshops, or more informally
through the ‘unconference’ session or a show stand. Please find details of the
various formats below.
Themes:
The two main themes for this year’s conference are Visual
Heritage and Digital Public & Community Archaeology.
Topics may include, but are not limited to; 3D modelling & reconstruction, visualisation
& animation, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, gaming, immersive environments,
3D printing, social media, crowdsourcing, websites, youth engagement, community
interaction, overcoming barriers and legacy issues.
Papers:
20 minute papers presented in a conventional arrangement of
presentation and PowerPoint format. Each session will consist of 4 such papers,
with a 10 minute question and discussion period at the end of each session. Due
to the tightly packed schedule, a strict adherence to time will be followed.
Seminar sessions:
45 minute seminars designed to promote discussion of a
particular issue or topic. Each seminar will be led by two or three speakers on
one of the themes above, providing 5 minute presentations with 30 minutes
general discussion from the floor.
Workshops:
To be held on the morning of the
12th February. Workshops should offer practical, hands-on
demonstrations or training in a particular aspect of digital technology with
heritage applications. Workshops may be either a single session of 90 minutes
or two of 40 minutes.
To make a submission for any of the above, please send a short
outline (100-150 words) of your proposed presentation/seminar
discussion/workshop to susan.fielding@rcahmw.gov.uk
together with details of your name and
organisation.
Unconference Session:
A series of 15 minute sessions
which can be booked by any delegate attending on a first-come, first-served
basis. Booking will be available from 9.30am on the first day of the
conference only. These sessions will allow for presentation on any project,
research or issue relating to the use of digital technology in heritage. Presentations
may be pre-prepared using PowerPoint, or purely in response to other
discussions/issues raised during the event.
Stands:
A limited number of Exhibition
or Poster stands will be available for a two-day booking. Larger stands are
available at a cost of £100 or a Poster stand at a cost of £50 (prices are not
subject to VAT). Booking will be available via the registration form when
conference registration is opened.
Deadline for Submissions
The
deadline for the submission of papers, seminars and workshops is Friday, 4th October 2014. Decisions
will be made after consideration of the merits of the individual submissions
and their fit into the overall programme, and applicants notified by Friday, 17th
October 2014.
Free
registration for the event will be extended to those presenting a paper,
seminar or workshop. Please note that
while we are happy to have submissions which include more than one speaker, we
can only offer one free registration per submission. We regret that no
further expenses can be offered.
For
overseas applicants, presentation of papers via live-web streaming may be
considered.
For further information or any questions please contact Susan
Fielding at susan.fielding@rcahmw.gov.uk
or on 01970 621219
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