Rulebook on National Standards for the Digitisation of Library Materials

Language: Montenegrin

The document outlines the national standards for digitising library materials in Montenegro. It specifies the basic digitisation processes, including scanning, digital photography, conversion of microfilmed materials into digital form, metadata assignment, text recognition (OCR), and the creation of XML files for full-text collection searching. The selection criteria for digitisation focus on cultural significance, scientific, artistic, and educational value, rarity, regional relevance, and copyright considerations. Technical prerequisites, required equipment, and software for digitisation, processing, and web presentation are detailed. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining digital material authenticity, ensuring stable electrical supply, and achieving high-quality digital reproductions. Metadata standards are aligned with international norms for interoperability, and different formats for digital scans are recommended based on the material’s importance and type.