Research Talk by Charles Inskip, "The impact of the pandemic on musicologists' use of technology"

Research Talk by Charles Inskip, "The impact of the pandemic on musicologists' use of technology"
This talk was delivered as part of the DIS lunchtime research seminar series on 18 October 2023.
This talk will explore two key findings from a global survey of musicologists’ use of technology in their research during the pandemic. The impact of the technology on community-building was raised throughout the survey responses. The ability to meet across borders was highlighted, as were the limitations of networking in online conferences. The sudden shift to teaching and learning online was another important factor in many participants respondents. The impact on teaching performance online, and heavy teaching loads being prioritised over research highlight the interconnected roles of the musicologist in teaching and learning. This research contributes towards understanding the complex nature of the information behaviour of musicologists. Understanding more about how they use technology, develop community, and fulfil their multiple roles would enable provision of bespoke research support.