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IMARK is an e-learning initiative in agricultural information management developed by FAO and partner organizations. |
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The module covers the processes relevant to the creation and management of digital libraries and repositories, including digital file formats, metadata management, database management and the preservation of digital information. The total curriculum consists of 40 lessons, ranging from approximately 20 to 45 minutes duration, grouped into eight units, for a total of about 24 hours of
self-paced instruction.
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This module is targeted at a broad range of users who are involved in the creation, management and dissemination of documents in an electronic environment. The group of potential users may include library managers, publication officers, communication specialists, archivists, information specialists, system managers, content developers and general management.
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Unit 1 - Concepts and Definitions
This unit introduces the concepts of Digital Libraries, Repositories and Documents, and illustrates how the module can help you in the project of creating a Digital library or Repository.
Unit 2 - Setting up Digital Libraries and Repositories
This unit covers the processes and resources required for planning and setting up a digital library and building an institutional repository, including an overview of the tools that can be used to manage them.
Unit 3 - Intellectual Property Rights
This unit describes the concept of Intellectual Property Rights, including the legal framework for copyright and how these issue concern libraries.
Unit 4 - Digital Formats
This unit describes several of the different formats of electronic documents that can be included in a digital library. It provides a technical overview of the various formats, character encoding schemes and encoding scripts, document mark-up, and how to convert between the various formats.
Unit 5 - Digitization
This unit covers the activities needed to prepare electronic document for a digital library collection and helps you to decide what should be digitized and the facilities needed for the process as well as advice on how to handle delicate and heritage documents.
Unit 6 - Metadata and Subject Indexing
This unit describes the role of metadata, metadata types, various standards and their application in organizing electronic documents. The unit also introduces the principles and procedures of subject indexing for document retrieval.
Unit 7 - Database Management Systems
This unit provides an introduction to database management systems, and indicates how and when they should be used for storing, managing and accessing electronic documents. Comparison is made between relational and textual databases, and examples of each type are provided (SQL and CDS-ISIS).
Unit 8 - Visibility and Accessibility
This unit identifies some issues affecting usability and access of websites and covers how how Internet Search engines and Webcrawlers work. It also describes the term “Library 2.0” and its relationship to Web 2.0 and gives some potential uses of social software to enhance interaction with library users.
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Each lesson includes a list of job aids, online resources and additional reading. Learners can consult a glossary specific to the module, and search within the course materials for specific terms. |
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The Module curriculum was designed and developed by experts and institutions from an internationally widespread community.
The main contributors and authors are from the following Organizations:
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