learning objects

[Sarah Graham]

I am part of a group at my library that is looking at developing a 
database, or library, of learning objects.

Essentially we want to create a searchable repository for 
educational/instructional materials created by librarians. In part this 
repository would enable sharing of information and reduce the amount of 
duplicated effort in the library. Learning objects might include handouts, 
session plans, tutorials, web pages, etc.

I was wondering whether anyone else on this list has been involved in the 
development or production of such a resource and would you be prepared to 
share some information?

Specifically, I be interested your comments on the following:

* What technologies/software did you use?
* Did you hire an instructional designer? If so, were they a librarian?
* What standards did you use for describing objects (e.g. did you use a 
particular metadata standard?)
* Is the library/database accessible by students/the public, or is a 
resource restricted to staff/librarians?

Any other comments or information would be valuable.

Cheers,
Sarah

Sarah Graham
Faculty Liaison Librarian
Badham Library
Camperdown Campus
University of Sydney
NSW  2006
Australia

Phone   +61 2 9351 7319
Fax     +61 2 9351 3852
Email   sgraham at usyd.edu.au