Batch Metadata Editing: a tutorial workshop

Abstract

A new feature of the DSpace 1.6 Software is “Batch Metadata Editing”. It gives Repository staff the ability to export metadata and change it easily for re-upload into the system. Once you try this “Data Entry” will never be the same. A community, collection or individual item is exported in CSV format and using Spreadsheet software like Open Office Calc or Excel records are imported into a spreadsheet. Records can be edited, standardised and enhanced. Fields can be deleted and records moved into other collections. It is also possible to add metadata skeleton records if you do not have files to upload. No specialist programming or DBA resources are required, just the ability to use a spreadsheet and pay close attention to detail. It can be a quick and simple process if you have small batches of data, or a major enhancement exercise. This workshop will outline the sequence of steps to ensure you don’t wreak havoc with your data. We will have a cloud instance of DSpace available for workshop participants.