Our Crowdsourcing/AI Newsletters
Stay updated with the latest insights and trends in crowdsourcing and AI.
Have you seen FromThePage's new Find A Project?
We've revamped this overall view of FromThePage to make it easier for you to find projects you're interested in: Find A Project, Better Search and Read-Only Document Sets
Introducing Read-only Document Sets
FromThePage now offers read-only document sets, enabling project owners to curate publicly accessible collections while preserving the integrity of works by restricting editing to authorized collaborators. This feature supports thematic grouping, access control, and workflow management.
Enhanced Search in FromThePage
FromThePage introduces enhanced search, allowing cross-collection and thematic searches to improve accessibility for researchers and users.
Who Are the Best Prompt Writers? A Surprising Insight from the Humanities
Surprisingly, some of the most skilled prompt writers for large language models come from the humanities, particularly historians with advanced degrees, due to their ability to provide context and articulate complex ideas.
Key Takeaways on AI in Libraries from the Charleston Conference
Explore the latest insights on how AI is transforming libraries, as discussed at the Charleston Conference.
What We've Learned About HTR
Discover recent advancements and challenges in Handwritten Text Recognition (HTR) technology.
Subject Spotter: Our NEH Grant for LLM Aided Entity Recognition and Identification
Learn about our NEH-funded project using Large Language Models for entity recognition in historical documents.
Animatronic GPTs at Museums?
Explore the potential future of museums with AI-powered animatronic exhibits and their implications.
Envisioning Ancestors with AI
Uncover how AI technologies are revolutionizing our ability to visualize and connect with our ancestors.
Can Multi-Modal LLMs Transcribe Historic Documents?
Investigate the capabilities of multi-modal Large Language Models in transcribing historical documents.
All the Things: Useful Metadata from AI
Explore how AI can generate valuable metadata to enhance organization and accessibility in various projects.
Connection Makes Quality
Understand the crucial role of connection in achieving high-quality outcomes in crowdsourcing initiatives.
Guiding Transcribers: Addressing Racist Material in Crowdsourced Archival Projects
Learn effective strategies for guiding transcribers when encountering sensitive or racist content in archival projects.
10 Ways AI Will Change Archives
Discover ten key ways artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize archival practices and historical preservation.
Make Review Easier Part 3: Exporting & Scanning Spreadsheets Of Data
Explore advanced techniques for simplifying the review process through efficient data handling and spreadsheet management.
Making Review Easier
Discover practical tips and methods to streamline your review process for improved efficiency and accuracy.
How Good is Good Enough? Reviewing Transcriptions
Examine the standards for evaluating transcription quality and determine what constitutes "good enough" in various contexts.
Advice from Archives for Black Lives
Gain valuable insights from archivists on supporting social justice initiatives, particularly the Black Lives Matter movement.
Measuring Success in Crowdsourcing Projects
Learn effective methods for evaluating and quantifying success in crowdsourcing initiatives.
How To Wrap Up A Transcription Project
Get expert guidance on efficiently concluding transcription projects with best practices and tips.
Crowdsourcing Project Or Crowdsourcing Program?
Explore the distinctions between crowdsourcing projects and programs to determine the best approach for your needs.
Transcriptions, Screen Readers, And ChatGPT
Investigate how ChatGPT and other AI tools are transforming transcription processes and accessibility.
What Machines Can’t Replace: Old Fashioned Human Efforts
Examine the irreplaceable value of human input in areas where machine learning and AI fall short.
Archives As An Antidote For ChatGPT
Explore how traditional archives serve as a crucial counterbalance to AI tools like ChatGPT in preserving historical accuracy.
Trust in the Truth
Delve into the importance of trust and verification in an era dominated by AI-generated content.
How Do Holidays Affect Crowdsourcing?
Understand the impact of holidays on crowdsourcing projects and learn strategies for effective planning.
What is Meaningful Work?
Explore the concept of meaningful work in the context of crowdsourcing and AI-driven projects.
Imbalanced Volunteer Engagement
Analyze the challenges of uneven volunteer participation in crowdsourcing projects and discover potential solutions.
What to Do When Your Transcribers Can’t Read Cursive
Find practical solutions for overcoming challenges when transcribers struggle with cursive handwriting in historical documents.
Public Crowdsourcing or Private Collaboration?
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of public crowdsourcing versus private collaboration in various projects.
Top Tips from a Crowdsourcerer
Gain valuable insights and expert advice on running successful crowdsourcing projects from an experienced practitioner.
Push vs Pull Crowdsourcing
Explore the differences between push and pull crowdsourcing strategies and their applications in various scenarios.
Can a Scholarly Edition be Produced without a Human?
Investigate the potential for AI to create scholarly editions and the role of human expertise in this process.
Can the Crowd Create Metadata?
Examine the potential of crowdsourcing for efficient metadata creation and its implications for various industries.