Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization

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Digitization of Built Heritage through Terrestrial Close Range Photogrammetry: Advantages and Limitations. Illustration of Ksar Kenadsa Southwest Algeria

Ahmed Lairedj, Zineddine Seffadj

pp. 11 - 23

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090201

The Website as a Virtual Host of the Museum: a Comparative Study. Three National Museums Meet Digital Audiences

Vera Boneva

pp. 24 - 37

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090202

Title: The Website as a Virtual Host of the Museum: a Comparative Study. Three National Museums Meet Digital Audiences
Authors: Vera Boneva

Abstract: The article focuses on analyzing the websites of three prominent national museums in Romania, Bulgaria, and Serbia. These websites are examined within the broader context of the cultural institutions' activities, as they hold significant importance in the cultural infrastructure of their respective neighboring Balkan countries. A comparison table is utilized to establish evaluation criteria for the digital platforms, with a particular emphasis on content.
The article extensively characterizes the sections dedicated to the main and temporary exhibitions, which play a crucial role in facilitating digital engagement with both existing and potential audiences. The chosen approaches for showcasing museum teams and collections are also scrutinized. In addition, gaps and inconsistencies are identified by comparing these websites with others in the museum domain. The evaluation of video materials and digital tours of the exhibitions adheres to the high standards set by modern digital technologies in the cultural sector.
Consequently, the article concludes by formulating three recommendations aimed at enhancing the websites of the national history museums in Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia. These recommendations are intended to address the identified shortcomings and improve the overall digital experience provided by these institutions.

Keywords: Spiritual Heritage; Epic Novel; Problem-Based Learning; Image; Cultural Heritage; National Value.

Received: 06-08-2023 Accepted: 29-08-2023 Published: 08-12-2023

Citation: Boneva, V. (2023). The Website as a Virtual Host of the Museum: a Comparative Study. Three National Museums Meet Digital Audiences. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 9(2), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 24–37. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090202

Challenges and Constraints of the Paperless Classroom: Way Forward

Mpho Moyahabo Motebele, Kathija Yassim, Chinaza Uleanya

pp. 38 - 60

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090203

Impact of Closure of South African Universities on Wellbeing of International Students During Covid-19 Pandemic

Philip Kwashi Atiso Ahiaku

pp. 61 - 71

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090204

Title: Impact of Closure of South African Universities on Wellbeing of International Students During Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Philip Kwashi Atiso Ahiaku

Abstract: The surging coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has impacted all spheres of the economy not sparing higher education in South Africa. The impact was felt by both staff and students not only on teaching and learning but also on their socio-economic, health and physical well-being. This paper sought to explore the experiences international students during the closure of the universities in the country due to Covid-19 pandemic. This paper adopted the data from self-designed questionnaire administered to 68 international students from a public university in South Africa The quantitative data were analysed using the descriptive statistics. The results show that international students were more vulnerable and exposed to socio-economic and mental challenges including sense of low esteem, financial distress and emotional distress during the pandemic which impacted negatively on their academic outputs and social wellbeing, amongst other things. The findings also revealed that the university authorities did not take the necessary steps to address the life circumstances of the international students. The paper, therefore, highlights the holistic understanding of how to mitigate and alleviate the socio-economic impacts of such pandemic in future through opening dialogue, changing institutional policy to respond to emergency as at when it occurs, and the universities or higher institutions should put in place intervention strategies to assist foreign students during the outbreak of a disease.

Keywords: Covid-19; International Students; Experiences; Higher Education; Socio-economic Impact.

Received: 26-08-2023 Accepted: 12-09-2023 Published: 08-12-2023

Citation: Ahiaku, Ph.K.A. (2023). Impact of Closure of South African Universities on Wellbeing of International Students During Covid-19 Pandemic. Cultural and Historical Heritage: Preservation, Presentation, Digitalization (KIN Journal), 9(2), ISSN 2367-8038, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, 61–71. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090204

Archive Study on Digital Collections of Architectural Graphics Representing 19th Century Houses

Dimitrina Popova

pp. 72 - 84

DOI: doi.org/10.55630/KINJ.2023.090205