E-Learning R&D
Metadata & Taxonomy Development

A new Dr. Tom Guide!

This document describes methods for producing learning or content objects in manageable, reusable forms. Although it refers to the SCORM Sharable Content Object (SCO), it has application in the IMS Content Package, particularly the associated content type resource in the Common Cartridge specification.

Site Index

• Resumé: My resumé with a link to my CV.
• Experience: A summary of my experience.
• Dr. Tom Guides: The Dr. Tom Guides to Metadata, taxonomies and related topics.
• Glossary: A glossary of terms related to metadata, taxonomies and topics related to the Web.
• Dr. Tom's Method of Multiples: A Concrete Taxonomy Development Method. Summary in several translations.
• Papers: A list of my papers and patents.
• Anecdotes: Some professional anecdotes.
• Working Principles: The principles that guide my work.
• Working Concepts: The concepts that underlie my work.
• Story Time: Some amusing one paragraph stories illustrating useful ideas.
• Musings: Some speculative papers and works in progress.
• Adages & Quotes: A little lightness.