THE IMPORTANCE OF USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT TRENDS OF DIGITAL HISTORY
Abstract
This article analyzes the theoretical and practical aspects of utilizing digital technologies in historical science, as well as the development trends of digital history. Throughout the study, the role of historical informatics, digital history, multimedia technologies, and information and communication technologies in history education and historical research was examined. Furthermore, the possibilities of digitizing historical sources, creating electronic archives, visualizing historical data, and utilizing virtual platforms were analyzed. According to the research results, digital technologies serve as a crucial factor in enhancing the effectiveness of teaching history, developing historical thinking, and expanding access to historical sources. This paper evaluates the current issues of using modern information technologies in history education and research in the XXI century, an era of rapid scientific and technological advancement. The essence of the concept of "Digital History", the principles of discreteness and continuity, as well as the theoretical structure of digital history as a discipline (metatheory, mid-range theories, and micro-theories) are systematically highlighted. The article also discusses ways to resolve information challenges in historical research, data visualization, the use of multimedia tools, and international practices.
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