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What is metadata? Where does it come from? What does it look like? How do you choose the right schema? In this class, you’ll learn about the basics of descriptive, technical, structural, and administrative metadata. You’ll also see how metadata supports access and preservation in archives.
Archivists and others who want an understanding of basic metadata concepts or a refresher to ensure their assumptions are still valid
No previous knowledge of metadata is necessary, although an understanding of archival description will be helpful
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