ORAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA (WA BRANCH) INC.

Oral History Beginners Workshops – Last two workshops for 2010!

The Oral History Association of Australia (WA Branch Inc) will be conducting oral history beginners’ interviewing courses at the National Trust Headquarters, West Perth from 9am to 4.30pm on the following Saturdays during 2010:

·         28 August and

·         13 November.

These courses provide the foundations for those wishing to set up an oral history project whether it be for a family history, a community history; or for the purposes of a research project. The Beginners course covers the importance of ethical practice and informed consent when undertaking interviews and gives participants practical information and tips for setting up the interview, conducting the interview and finalising the interview.

Participants have the opportunity to conduct a practice interview in pairs and to discuss the interview experience. Where possible, practice is given on digital recording equipment. However, please note that this is a beginners’ course and not a digital equipment workshop.

The cost of the full day workshop is $88 and this includes notes, the Oral History Association Handbook and a DVD. Coffee and tea is provided but participants must BYO their own lunch. There is parking available at the venue.

For an application form and/or further details, please contact Doug Ayre on MOB 0430 405 633 or email:  history@westnet.com.au