DRAFT October 2013
Formats | Appraisal | Description in FA | Workflow | Description in Bib | End processing
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Within the finding aid each individual audiotape (or other media) receives a unique file unit number (e.g., T-249.1, T-249.2, etc.) Also, in most cases, all tapes in a collection will have the same "T-" or "CD-" number and then a separate reel number so that all tapes from the same collection can be shelved together. Instructions for how to list and tag A/V material in the finding aid are in the How to EAD (XMetal) section of this manual.
Appraisal Anchor appraisal appraisal
Appraisal of audiovisual material should take into account the high cost of preservation to make the media accessible for the future. Always ask yourself: Is this something worth adding to the collection and providing long-term access? Discuss appraisal decisions with Joanne. See workflow section for more specific suggestions about research to assist with appraisal.
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