[Yulcat-l] From RLG:The Metadata is the Interface: Better Description for Better Discovery of Archives and Special Collections

[Swanekamp, Joan]

>From RLG:

 *   notice of a new report, The Metadata is the Interface: Better Description for Better Discovery of Archives and Special Collections

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New Report Available: The Metadata is the Interface: Better Description for Better Discovery of Archives and Special Collections

In this report, Jennifer Schaffner synthesizes evidence from archival user studies and specifies what descriptive information is needed for research. She also includes recommendations for improving discovery of archives and special collections.

Check out the report online<http://www.oclc.org/programs/publications/reports/2009-06.pdf> and send your feedback to Jennifer Schaffner<mailto:jennifer_schaffner at oclc.org>.



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