Global Certificate Course in Digital Humanities Metadata Standards
-- viewing nowMetadata is crucial for digital humanities scholarship. This Global Certificate Course in Digital Humanities Metadata Standards equips you with essential skills in metadata creation, application, and management.
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• Dublin Core Metadata Element Set (DC)
• Metadata Schema: Choosing the Right Schema for your Project
• Encoding and best practices for XML and TEI
• Linked Open Data (LOD) and its application in DH
• Vocabularies and Controlled Vocabularies (e.g., Getty AAT, Library of Congress Subject Headings)
• Metadata for Images and Multimedia Resources
• Metadata for Archival Collections
• Rights Management and Metadata
• Practical Application: Creating and Implementing Metadata Schemes
Career path
| Career Role (Digital Humanities Metadata) | Description |
|---|---|
| Digital Curator & Metadata Specialist | Manages and enhances digital collections, employing metadata standards for improved discoverability and accessibility. High demand in UK archives and museums. |
| Metadata Librarian (Digital Humanities) | Applies metadata schemas to library resources, specializing in digital humanities projects. Strong skills in controlled vocabularies are crucial. |
| Digital Humanities Project Manager (Metadata Focus) | Oversees metadata creation and implementation in large-scale digital humanities projects. Requires strong project management & communication skills. |
| Data Scientist (Digital Humanities Metadata) | Applies data science techniques to analyze and improve metadata schemas and workflows. Growing demand in research institutions. |
Entry requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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