Open Access
American Research Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology
ISSN (Online): 2572-2921
DOI: 10.46568/arjcsit
Optimizing Metadata Creation in Institutional Repositories: Best Practices for Enhancing Accessibility, Discoverability, and Reusability
Dept. of Information studies, University of Benghazi, Libya.
Dr. Ramadan Elaiess, “Optimizing Metadata Creation in Institutional Repositories: Best Practices for Enhancing
Accessibility, Discoverability, and Reusability”, American Research Journal of Computer Science and Information
Technology, Vol 6, no. 1, 2022, pp. 1-5.
Abstract
Metadata is critical to the success of digital repositories since it serves as the foundation for the functioning and usability
of institutional repositories. Metadata is used to define digital items so that they may be found, preserved, and managed
more easily. Quality metadata is critical for building a successful institutional repository because it allows users to quickly
and properly discover and access digital objects of interest. The purpose of this article is to investigate the significance
of metadata quality in institutional repositories, as well as the principles and best practices for generating successful
metadata. It is commonly established that the quality of metadata in digital repositories influences the repository’s
success, hence it is critical to guarantee that information is of high quality. Therefore, in order to create a successful
repository, it is vital to fully understand the guiding principles and best practices for creating useful metadata. In terms
of methodology, various tools have been used and applied to accomplish the objective of this paper such as personal
readings of intellectual production, literature review, experience, and the insights of other experts and specialists. The
paper concludes that metadata is of great importance for institutional repositories as it is required for effective digital
resource management, discovery, and reuse as well as for digital resource interchange, preservation, and measurement
of impact.
