Metadata Studies and Reports
Since 1999, the State Archives has been working with consultants, and its partners in government to learn more about metadata and its application to government electronic records. In the process, it has produced a variety of materials that discuss the practical value of metadata, and how the State Archives can facilitate the development and use of metadata standards. This is still a “work in progress.” The State Archives makes these products available primarily to keep its partners informed of current activities and projects.
The following studies and reports are available in PDF format 
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Metadata Seminar
Report from the June 1999 meeting of state government metadata practitioners hosted by the Minnesota State Archives..META Group Presentation 2551 KB
A PowerPoint presentation used by META Group at a November 2000 meeting of metadata practitioners in Minnesota government hosted by the State Archives.Preliminary Conclusions
A summary and analysis of the discussion following the November 2000 META Group Presentation at the State Archives.
