Smithsonian Releases 2.8 Million Images Into Public Domain

This massive release of content into the public domain is a couple of years old, so they are probably much further down the timeline of getting all of the content online and available for any use or remix you can imagine!

From the SmithsonianMag.com website: 

And this gargantuan data dump is just the beginning. Throughout the rest of 2020, the Smithsonian will be rolling out another 200,000 or so images, with more to come as the Institution continues to digitize its collection of 155 million items and counting.  

 

 

Andrew DeLeon

Amazing humans show us time and again that we cannot judge a book by its cover, nor a person by their style of dress. This video never ceases to inspire great love and admiration for those who dare to look—and sound—different than the mainstream. 

Language, Power, and Identity [Educause]

This powerful insight into ethnic and racial identity comes with an Inclusive Language Guide that can be used on so many levels by stakeholders from every perspective to learn how to communicate with each other more effectively, more compassionately, and with greater respect for the dignity of all voices.

"What Are You?" Language, Power, and Identity [Educause.edu]

Free graphics available at Storyset.com

Alternate Realities: An Update

 Have you heard yet of XR or Extended Reality?

Extended Reality (XR) is a term that encompasses several technologies but also describes a spectrum of reality-changing methods including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). XR brings all of these ideas under a single umbrella.

Learn more at How-To Geek. 

Want to learn about using XR in Research? Check out Educause's XR webinar series ($299 for member institutions, which includes UAH!).

Download free graphics at Storyset.com