About This Lesson
A set of teaching resources on digital libraries for undergraduate learners in Library and Information Science (BLIS). The set covers: - Concept, characteristics and types of digital libraries, with Indian examples (NDLI, Panjab Digital Library, TKDL) - Digital library architecture: the four-layer model and the OAIS reference model - Metadata standards: Dublin Core, MARC, MODS, METS, PREMIS - File formats for preservation and access, including PDF/A - Interoperability protocols: OAI-PMH, Z39.50, SRU and SWORD - Persistent identifiers: DOI and Handle Each unit includes diagrams, a glossary, review questions and APA references. Suitable for classroom teaching and self-study.
