Metadata Harvesting in the Digital Humanities: A Case Study of The Ohio Digital Library |
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| © 2024 by IJCTT Journal | ||
| Volume-72 Issue-12 |
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| Year of Publication : 2024 | ||
| Authors : Flavia Ann Albert Saldanha | ||
| DOI : 10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V72I12P110 | ||
How to Cite?
Flavia Ann Albert Saldanha, "Metadata Harvesting in the Digital Humanities: A Case Study of The Ohio Digital Library," International Journal of Computer Trends and Technology, vol. 72, no. 12, pp. 83-88, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22312803/IJCTT-V72I12P110
Abstract
This review and research investigates the practical application of metadata harvesting at the Ohio Digital Library (ODL). It explores how standardized metadata collection and consolidation methods contribute to advancing digital humanities research. The study delves into the technical aspects of metadata harvesting, including the protocols used to extract information from diverse digital repositories. It examines the strategies to ensure data consistency and compatibility across different formats and sources. The research addresses the challenges encountered when integrating harvested metadata into the ODL’s infrastructure. By analyzing the ODL’s experiences, this paper aims to highlight the significance of metadata harvesting in enhancing the discoverability and accessibility of digital resources. It provides insights into metadata harvesting practices’ potential benefits and limitations, offering valuable lessons for other digital libraries and cultural heritage institutions.
Keywords
Application programming interface, Digital library, Digital humanities, DISTRIBUTED processing, metadata.
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