Cain, Joe
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Head of Department, and
Professor of History and Philosophy of Biology
Prof Cain's research interests include the history of evolutionary studies, Darwin and Darwinism, history of science in London, history of natural history and natural history films.
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0207 679 3041 (UK)
+442076793041 (intl)
J.Cain@ucl.ac.uk
Twitter: @profjoecain
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Voices Project
A programme to produce oral history in the history of science and to promote reflection on best practice. Consultancies available. Dr Joe Cain is Director. Core
activities
interview
Collect oral histories. Audio and video. Individuals and groups. Transciptions. Preparation for archival deposit. Sample interview (Web).
consult
Consult on best practice, proposal writing and budgeting, especially hidden costs.
train
Training through graduate and undergraduate courses; also professional development workshops in oral history and interview methodology.
reflect
Encourage reflection on best practice and the interpretation of interviews within historical analysis. Supporting materials
equipment specifications and notes
Suggestions and notes on recording equipment, including some kit available for loan to STS staff and students for project work (Web).
audio tests
Audio tests for some recording equipment (Web) and microphones (Web) are now available.
getting started
Basic
Shopes, L. 2002. "What is Oral History?"
in History Matters: The U.S. Survey Course on the Web (pdf).
techniques and preparation
Yow, Valerie Raleigh. 2005. Recording Oral History. 2nd edition. (Walnut Creek, CA: AltaMira Press). Amazon UK | US
interpretation and reflection
Perks, R. and Thomson. 2006. The Oral History Reader. 2nd edition (Routledge). Amazon UK | US Ongoing work
PhD training
UCL graduate students and other London graduate research students can enrol in the skills development course on oral history and interview technique. Details.
considering a career in media?
Visit SkillSet, from the Sector Skills Council for the Audio Visual Industries.
consult professional bodies
UK Oral History Society
US Oral History Association
ethics
AHA Standard of Professional Conduct
ongoing projects
Grant Museum of Zoology: Past, Present and Future
A series of oral history interviews is underway with present and past staff of the GMZ.
Michael Ruse interviews
A series of interviews is underway with Prof Michael Ruse, philosopher and historian.
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