Controlled Vocabularies and Taxonomies
Are you working on a metadata project that could benefit from a specialized vocabulary? Do you find yourself feeling like existing vocabularies like the Library of Congress Subject Headings are a bit too one-size-fits-all? This course will cover the basics of taxonomy design and development of controlled vocabularies. Topics covered include types of controlled vocabularies, taxonomy planning and design, structure and relationships in a taxonomy, and taxonomy management and maintenance.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand why a specialized vocabulary and/or taxonomy would be needed
- Name the different types of controlled vocabularies
- Learn the steps involved in taxonomy development and maintenance
Target Audience:
Any staff involved with cataloging, metadata or digtital initiatives wanting an overview of controlled vocabularies and taxonomies.
Prerequisites:
None
Homework Expectations and Completion Requirements:
- There will be both in class and at home assignments to be completed.
- It is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.
Technical Requirements:
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Session Duration:
This course consists of two 2-hour sessions.
Instructor: Emily Nimsakont - nimsakont@amigos.org
Contact Hours: 4
December 10 - 12, 2019
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm CST
Online Classroom
United States
United States
| Amigos Member Individual Registration | $165.00 |
| Non-member Individual Registration | $220.00 |