AN INTRODUCTION TO METADATA
This course provides an introduction to metadata, and its use in an
information context.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
It is intended for any information professional wanting to explore this
current aspect of the information management and to consider its effect on
library. It is not a detailed training course on using XML and similar technical
markup languages, but provides a way in to understanding the issues and
examining the benefits.
OBJECTIVES
At the end of the day delegates will have
* examined varying definitions of metadata
* considered the relationship between metadata and cataloguing
* looked at some major standards used in the library and publishing world
and at related markup languages
* considered current moves towards interoperability and global
standards
* practised preparing metadata records using basic Dublin Core
WHAN AND WHERE
Venue: Birmingham
Date: Wednesday 3 November
2004
Cost: £200
Time: 9.30am-4.30pm
HOW DO I BOOK
To reserve a place on this course or for more information
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Important notice
Once a booking has been confirmed the following cancellation
terms will apply. Cancellations cannot be accepted less than 48 hours before a
course
Cancellation made less than 7 days before
course
80% fee
Cancellation made between 7 and 21 days before the
course 50% fee
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course No
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Allegro Training Hampshire
1 North End Farm
Cottages
Cheriton
ALRESFORD
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