Introduction to Linked Data for Libraries

Learning Outcomes

• Identify some limitations of traditional library metadata: silos, the expense of creation, etc.
• Articulate how linked data structures offer potential improvements to user experiences of resource description and access
• Identify and evaluate some use cases and examples of linked data in library and museum contexts

Instructor: Dr. Timothy J. Dickey

Dr. Timothy J. Dickey is an adult public service librarian with the nationally-acclaimed Columbus Metropolitan Libraries, and a library science educator teaching library technology, reference, and research methods, for the faculties of Kent State University, the Catholic University, and San José State University, as well as for ALA continuing education and eLearning. Prior to these positions, he assisted Lynn Silipigni Connaway at the OCLC Office of Research, specializing in user studies and data mining research.