Metadata Schemas
Our “To Kill a Mockingbird” collection is comprised of a small selection of websites that feature a variety of multi-media resources, including interactive lesson plans and games. In order to organize our items, it is imperative to have a metadata schema that will compliment our specific resources. We have decided to incorporate two schemas: MARC21 and Dublin Core. We will utilize MARC21 to describe the collection as a whole within our existing library catalog, whereas we will use Dublin Care to describe the individual web resources within the webportal itself. We have decided to use MARC21 and Dublin Core because they have an affinity for one another and the combination of these two metadata schemas become stronger as a whole (Medeiros). Because our users are tenth graders from inner city Detroit, our goal is to provide brief, simple descriptions for our collection that will not overwhelm these teenagers.
MARC21, the newest version of MARC, is more suitable for the 21st century ("What is a MARC Record and why is it important?"). The MARC21 format is stricter than the Dublin Core format, and is therefore a good choice for organizing the entire collection (Medeiros). Using MARC21 ensures predictability and reliability, which are crucial features for us. We have decided to use the following MARC21 components for our entire collection:
The types of notes regarding our collection make a difference. Generally, content and summary notes carry more weight than format and system notes. When providing hyperlinks, they will be prominent and provide easy access to the corresponding resource. The hyperlinks will be displayed clearly with no surrounding notes, which can confuse our users (Chen-Gaffey).
We will use the Dublin Core format to organize each individual resource. Dublin Core is a straightforward way to manage web resources. Research has shown that Dublin Core significantly helps in the retrieval of websites (Phelps). This metadata schema is also flexible as it can be mixed with other metadata categories (Hillmann). Dublin Core consists of two levels of classification: Simple and Qualified. The Simple level is known as The Dublin Core Metadata Element Set (DCMES) and contains fifteen different metadata elements. We will use the following four elements to classify each individual web resource:
Of the three types of metadata (descriptive, structural and administrative), we will only use descriptive. Descriptive metadata is defined as the identification and retrieval of a specific content (Alijani and Jowkar). Although there is no defined order of elements in Dublin Core, the metadata needs to be listed in a consistent fashion. We will incorporate a controlled vocabulary with a limited set of consistently used and carefully defined terms.
It is also important to note that since our resources are webpages, they are subject to changes in the future. Dublin Core is not only simple in creation, but also maintenance (Hillmann). Therefore, it is a good choice for sustaining constantly developing web sources.
Accessibility and Other Considerations
Making our collection accessible to users is paramount. We have determined that the most effective way for maximum accessibility is through multiple entry ways. Utilizing back links and other Search Engine Optimization techniques, we will strive to make our collection highly visible through a web search. When the user accesses our collection, he or she will be directed towards our home page. The collection will be accessed through the homepage of our catalog with several links in prominent locations. Additionally, the library homepage and the teen services pages will provide links to our collection. The library will also promote our collections through a combination of newsletters, press releases and social media.
Because our collection will be accessed by users on a variety of browsers and mobile devices, it is essential to use Responsive Web Design. This entails "fluid" page design that adjusts to the layout based on the screen size. Since there is limited space for interfaces on hand held devices, the homepage must contain a simple layout containing only the most relevant information. The homepage will utilize one tab for each of the different subjects that our collections will cover. The subjects include information about the book "To Kill a Mockingbird," banned books, segregation and the death penalty.
Text on Organization by Rachel
Sources:
Alijani,Alireza Saadat; Jowkar,Abdolrasool (2009). "Dublin Core Metadata Element Set usage in national libraries' web sites." Electronic Library 27(3): 441-447.
Chen-Gaffey, Aiping. (2003). "MARC Standards and OPAC Display of Records for Web-Based Resources.' Serials Librarian 43(4): 23-28.
Hillmann, Diane. "Using Dublin Core." Dublin Core Metadata Initiative. DCMI, 7 November 2005. Web. 25 November 2013.
Medeiros,Norm. (1999). "Making Room for MARC in a Dublin Core World." Online 23(6): 57-60.
Phelps, Tyler Elisabeth. (2012). "An Evaluation of Metadata and Dublin Core Use in Web-Based Resources." Libri: International Journal of Libraries and Information Services 62(4): 326-335.
"What is a MARC Record and why is it important?"Understanding MARC Bibliographic: Parts 1-6. Library of Congress, 2009. Web. 25 November 2013.
Our “To Kill a Mockingbird” collection is comprised of a small selection of websites that feature a variety of multi-media resources, including interactive lesson plans and games. In order to organize our items, it is imperative to have a metadata schema that will compliment our specific resources. We have decided to incorporate two schemas: MARC21 and Dublin Core. We will utilize MARC21 to describe the collection as a whole within our existing library catalog, whereas we will use Dublin Care to describe the individual web resources within the webportal itself. We have decided to use MARC21 and Dublin Core because they have an affinity for one another and the combination of these two metadata schemas become stronger as a whole (Medeiros). Because our users are tenth graders from inner city Detroit, our goal is to provide brief, simple descriptions for our collection that will not overwhelm these teenagers.
MARC21, the newest version of MARC, is more suitable for the 21st century ("What is a MARC Record and why is it important?"). The MARC21 format is stricter than the Dublin Core format, and is therefore a good choice for organizing the entire collection (Medeiros). Using MARC21 ensures predictability and reliability, which are crucial features for us. We have decided to use the following MARC21 components for our entire collection:
- Title
- Creator
- Subject
- Date (Publication Information)
- Group Name
- The Name of the librarians
- Notes
The types of notes regarding our collection make a difference. Generally, content and summary notes carry more weight than format and system notes. When providing hyperlinks, they will be prominent and provide easy access to the corresponding resource. The hyperlinks will be displayed clearly with no surrounding notes, which can confuse our users (Chen-Gaffey).
We will use the Dublin Core format to organize each individual resource. Dublin Core is a straightforward way to manage web resources. Research has shown that Dublin Core significantly helps in the retrieval of websites (Phelps). This metadata schema is also flexible as it can be mixed with other metadata categories (Hillmann). Dublin Core consists of two levels of classification: Simple and Qualified. The Simple level is known as The Dublin Core Metadata Element Set (DCMES) and contains fifteen different metadata elements. We will use the following four elements to classify each individual web resource:
- Description
- Title
- Creator
- Date
Of the three types of metadata (descriptive, structural and administrative), we will only use descriptive. Descriptive metadata is defined as the identification and retrieval of a specific content (Alijani and Jowkar). Although there is no defined order of elements in Dublin Core, the metadata needs to be listed in a consistent fashion. We will incorporate a controlled vocabulary with a limited set of consistently used and carefully defined terms.
It is also important to note that since our resources are webpages, they are subject to changes in the future. Dublin Core is not only simple in creation, but also maintenance (Hillmann). Therefore, it is a good choice for sustaining constantly developing web sources.
Accessibility and Other Considerations
Making our collection accessible to users is paramount. We have determined that the most effective way for maximum accessibility is through multiple entry ways. Utilizing back links and other Search Engine Optimization techniques, we will strive to make our collection highly visible through a web search. When the user accesses our collection, he or she will be directed towards our home page. The collection will be accessed through the homepage of our catalog with several links in prominent locations. Additionally, the library homepage and the teen services pages will provide links to our collection. The library will also promote our collections through a combination of newsletters, press releases and social media.
Because our collection will be accessed by users on a variety of browsers and mobile devices, it is essential to use Responsive Web Design. This entails "fluid" page design that adjusts to the layout based on the screen size. Since there is limited space for interfaces on hand held devices, the homepage must contain a simple layout containing only the most relevant information. The homepage will utilize one tab for each of the different subjects that our collections will cover. The subjects include information about the book "To Kill a Mockingbird," banned books, segregation and the death penalty.
Text on Organization by Rachel
Sources:
Alijani,Alireza Saadat; Jowkar,Abdolrasool (2009). "Dublin Core Metadata Element Set usage in national libraries' web sites." Electronic Library 27(3): 441-447.
Chen-Gaffey, Aiping. (2003). "MARC Standards and OPAC Display of Records for Web-Based Resources.' Serials Librarian 43(4): 23-28.
Hillmann, Diane. "Using Dublin Core." Dublin Core Metadata Initiative. DCMI, 7 November 2005. Web. 25 November 2013.
Medeiros,Norm. (1999). "Making Room for MARC in a Dublin Core World." Online 23(6): 57-60.
Phelps, Tyler Elisabeth. (2012). "An Evaluation of Metadata and Dublin Core Use in Web-Based Resources." Libri: International Journal of Libraries and Information Services 62(4): 326-335.
"What is a MARC Record and why is it important?"Understanding MARC Bibliographic: Parts 1-6. Library of Congress, 2009. Web. 25 November 2013.