Metadata

Abstract

This is the third edition of a popular textbook on metadata, updated once again since its last publication in 2016. The structure, contents and examples remain the same as the previous edition. Changes include updated web links for sources, the newest versions of standards, and the introduction of semantic technologies. The readings and exercises provided at the end of each section and on the companion website appear to have been updated as well. Given the increasing need for people who can create and use metadata competently, this is a timely update. This book provides not only a solid grounding in the basics for students but a useful resource for experienced information professionals, who are being constantly bombarded by new technologies, standards, and systems. This is probably not a book that you will read in a linear fashion, and the clearly labelled chapters and comprehensive index provide excellent metadata within the book that can be used to dip into areas of interest. The authors carefully define how they are using the term ‘metadata’ (on page 14 and in the glossary) and this is perhaps a good place to start, as it is important to understand the context of this book: