Themes from THATCamp - 1 views
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Matt Barrow on 07 Nov 12This article provides a brief description and thematic discussion of THATCamp, a gathering of digital humanists of diverse backgrounds and varying positions on the technical spectra. The author first discusses the ability of collaboration to crush division, specifically in the case of relieved tension between faculty and librarians. She then goes on to discuss the forward-looking nature of THATCamp, noting that action is part of the digital humanities ethos. Finally, she praises the unconference model adopted by THATCamp, encouraging creativity and collaboration.