Abstract

This subject examines the role that metadata plays in information retrieval across a range of information environments and search contexts. It focuses on the concepts and principles involved in describing information resources, and discusses how metadata element sets and value vocabularies should be designed and applied to optimise intellectual access. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Information resources' attributesFunctional Requirements for Bibliographic Records (FRBR)MetadataMetadata standards and schemasMetadata sharing and metadata qualityVocabulariesTools and systems of information retrieval

Assessment items

1. LRM test
2. Creating metadata
3. Choosing and customising a metadata schema

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to explain the central role of accurate description and analysis of information resources in successful information retrieval;
2.
be able to relate different users' needs with the description of information resources and the information retrieval systems that serve these needs;
3.
be able to create accurate metadata for effective retrieval of information resources in online information environments;
4.
be able to apply selected metadata standards and schema to the creation of metadata for a wide range of information resources; and
5.
be able to analyse and discuss different issues in the application of metadata standards in different contexts.

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF425 or INF116