This section provided an introduction to the Meta-data Information Model — the common nomenclature provided by the SCORM to enable systematic searching and retrieval of learning content.

Some of the key points:

    • The Meta-data Information Model is the part of the SCORM Content Aggregation Model that specifies data elements for the creation of SCORM conformant meta-data records.

    • The Meta-data Information Model consists of nine category elements and is based on specifications and standards from the IMS Global Learning Consortium and IEEE.

    • The Meta-data XML Binding is a schema for representing SCORM meta-data in an XML file

 

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