Meta-Data Application in Development, Exchange and Delivery of Digital Reusable Learning Content

Abstract

Using a survey, conducted among students at Sofia University “St. K. Ohridski” (the biggest University in Bulgaria), a general need for more adaptive and flexible learning content was iden- tified. Meta-data and their standardisation are seen as a promising technology for achieving this goal. On the base of analysis of existing standards, a model for meta-data application in reusable learning resources delivery is proposed. It is further shown how the model can be applied in exist- ing Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS) in order to achieve more adaptive learning content delivery. This will allow future research in the filed of meta-data use in delivery of learn- ing materials via mobile technologies and for satisfying special needs of people with disabilities.