Oral History In Pustaka Negeri Sarawak

Introduction

Oral history is a method in which the memento of a person who was recorded in an interview. The chosen figures are usually those who can contribute historical information from their own involvement and experience, or because of their direct contact with certain characters, times or events. The information obtained from the interview is then recorded and can be used as a teaching and research material. Oral History project has been organised and conducted since the year 2002.

How To Start?

Basically, Oral History can be done through three (3) phases :

1. Before the interview session
   
2. During the interview session
   
3. After the interview session
   

BEFORE		DURING		AFTER
_______________________________		_______________________________		__________________
Selection of subject for the project.		Conduct & coordinate the sessions accordingly.		Transcript
		Ensure all the forms has been signed and the recording session successfully recorded		Preservation