Digital Archives Make Massive Content Available

There is a massive movement in content acquisition and management. Old uncopywrited materials are being scanned and placed into digital media. In some cases they are being opened up to the public.

Here is a nice story on NPR that brings a piece of this movement into perspective.

I ran into this movement while working with the MetaArchive Cooperative. It is a developing trend I am continuing to explore. As of yet, I do not see social media being worked into these efforts. Over time, I expect the highest value from these items will be derived thus.