Metadata for Moving Image Collections

(4 Credits)

Students in this course will learn about describing and managing moving image collections through metadata, or "data about data". Metadata may be defined as "structured information that describes, explains, locates, and otherwise makes it easier to retrieve and use an information resource." Because it facilitates the access, management and preservation of moving image resources, it is crucial that metadata be created and collected throughout the life cycle of the resource. Topics include how metadata supports various functions in the moving image archives; specific metadata schemes used for describing, providing subject access to and managing moving image resources; the importance of standards for resource description; information needed for preservation of moving image resources; and how metadata is implemented and used in a variety of settings.