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Picture this: Unlocking the cross-disciplinary potential of Artstor on JSTOR

Picture this: Unlocking the cross-disciplinary potential of Artstor on JSTOR

November 19, 2024 | 11:00 AM ET

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Discover the value of Artstor on JSTOR for teaching and research across disciplines. In our webinar, explore tools, content, and strategies with Blair Woodard (Associate Professor of History and Environmental Studies, University of Portland) and Whitney Barlow Robles (Author, Historian, Curator, and Visiting Scholar, Department of History, Dartmouth College), and get practical tips on using images to enrich student learning.

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Maximize your collections’ impact with Artstor on JSTOR

Join a distinguished community of cultural heritage institutions committed to advancing knowledge and inspiring discovery. By contributing your high-quality digital collections for licensing on Artstor on JSTOR at no cost, you’ll unlock new opportunities to reach a global audience, preserve your collections’ legacy, and help us shape the future of… Read More

September 13, 2024

JSTOR Access in Prison awarded the 2024 ALPSP Impact Award

Innovative program that gives incarcerated students access to scholarly research recognized for its transformative impact

The JSTOR Access in Prison Initiative, which enables students inside jails and prisons to access the scholarly journals, books, and primary sources hosted on JSTOR, was honored this week with the 2024 ALPSP Impact Award. The prestigious award is reserved for initiatives that demonstrate substantial “beneficial impact within scholarly publishing and communications.”

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Amplify diverse voices with inclusive content

Enrich your students’ learning experience by incorporating diverse and inclusive points of view into your courses. JSTOR offers primary and secondary sources that highlight global perspectives, cultural diversity, and underrepresented voices. On this page Explore diverse content by subject area More resources Latest resources and events… Read More

Foster essential research skills for student success

Equipping students with strong research skills is crucial for their academic success and lifelong learning. This page offers a variety of practical tools to help you guide your students in developing these essential competencies. On this page Teach core research and writing skills Master JSTOR’s research… Read More

Boost student engagement and learning outcomes

Inspire curiosity and deepen understanding in your classroom with proven strategies designed to engage and motivate students, sparking deeper connections to course material. On this page Bridge current events with scholarship Spark meaningful discussions with social annotation More resources Latest resources and events Resource… Read More

Resources and tools to enhance teaching and learning

As educators, you’re navigating a challenging landscape: balancing increasing workloads, sparking and sustaining student engagement, developing innovative curricula, and adapting to the rapid pace of change in educational technology—all with limited resources. You’re also championing the humanities and social sciences, highlighting both their economic and humanistic value in a society… Read More

Teaching and learning resource library

Find lesson plans, classroom activities, and assignments. Enhance the impact of your teaching with topical reading lists and syllabi, as well as information about features and tools to support your course preparation. On this page Resources by instructional need Platform features designed for teachers Open… Read More

September 5, 2024

Preservation is paramount: What news websites can do to ensure their legacy when the lights go out

By Kate Wittenberg, Managing Director, Portico
The recent removal of news archives like MTV News raises concerns about preserving valuable digital content. Media companies must plan for digital preservation to ensure access to historically significant materials. Portico outlines key steps, including secure storage, regular backups, and engaging experts to safeguard content. A new Portico pilot project is exploring long-term preservation of local news content. Collaboration is essential to protecting the cultural and social history that journalism provides.

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July 25, 2024

What’s new at JSTOR: Enhancing access and engagement with innovative technologies

By Victoria Spitz, Senior Digital Marketing Manager, ITHAKA
At JSTOR, our mission is to improve access to knowledge and education for people around the world. We're excited to share several new initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technology to make scholarly materials more accessible, interactive, and engaging for our users. Here's a detailed look at the latest advancements we recently shared at ALA 2024 in San Diego.

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