Research on the Digital Pathways for the Protection and Inheritance of Intangible Cultural Heritage

Abstract

This study aims to explore how local vocational colleges in Yueyang, Hunan Province, protect and inherit Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) through digital means. By analyzing the current status and challenges of ICH protection and considering the development trends of digital technology, the study focuses on the unique role of vocational colleges in the digital protection of ICH. Using literature reviews, interviews, and case studies, the study proposes specific pathways for the digital protection of ICH in Yueyang, including the construction of digital archives, digital education and training, digital display and dissemination, and social participation and interaction. The study finds that vocational colleges have multiple advantages in ICH protection, such as resource integration, talent cultivation, and technology application. The application of digital means will effectively enhance the efficiency of ICH protection and the breadth of its dissemination. Finally, the paper proposes relevant policy recommendations and implementation strategies to provide theoretical and practical references for promoting the digital protection of ICH.