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It's humanities day at the digital library

I blogged too soon. The student newspaper of Wayne State University describes a session given by a Professor Steven Shaviro: 
At "Remediating English Studies," an informational session Friday dedicated to highlighting technology such as blogging, networking, Wikipedia, databasing and a program called Second Life,  Professor Steven Shaviro described remediation as "how old media relates to new media" and how it can change the way classes are taught.


English Studies has extended its horizons, Shaviro said.


"There were no English studies until late 19th Century," he said.


Because of these new forms of media, teachers can use different methods to discuss topics in class and students can give feedback through blogging and read books posted online.

And not a moment too soon. Humanities have tended to ignore technological developments, claiming that "nothing will ever replace the book". And this is true - but there's certainly plenty to AUGMENT the book.
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