Input Guidelines for Descriptive Metadata
Introduction
These are the current UNT Libraries’ guidelines for creating metadata, broken down by individual fields. They are based on a modified Dublin Core structure, but include more specific local instructions and precedents that wider standards do not address.
If you are new to the UNTL format, the :doc: Quick-Start Guide may be a good place to start for a general overview with highlighted notes and suggestions about approaching metadata.
Field Guide
Each of the input guideline pages is divided into the following sections:
Element Name: Name of element that is used in the public display.
Definition: A brief statement that represents or defines the element.
Where Can the [Element] Information be Found?: Where to find the information for the field.
How [Element] Works in the Metadata Form: The kinds of fields in the element and whether or not the element repeats.
How Should the [Element] be Filled in?: Detailed usage notes, explanations, and clarifications of exceptions that facilitate understanding and practical application of the element.
Other Examples: Sample values for the field.
Comments: Additional information about the element, including intended use or how values may be obtained.
Resources: Links to relevant vocabularies or tools that may be useful for the particular field.