Journal of Library and Information Sciences

The Use of Augmented Metadata in the Museum Environment
Charilaos Katsigiannis-Ippikoglou

Abstract
The evolution of museums missions and their expanding roles in contemporary society have prompted transformative shifts in the management and presentation of cultural information. This bibliographic review delves into relevant studies focused on museum visitor behavior, the integration of digital technologies, and the effective management of information provided to visitors, through museum descriptions and historical documentation of artifacts. With a growing and diverse audience, extensive analyses have explored various visitor types and their distinct characteristics over the years, revealing nuanced perceptions of cultural exhibits. Museums are now tasked with prioritizing these differences when curating both permanent and temporary exhibitions. In response to this demand, digital technologies have assumed a pivotal role as auxiliary tools. Examples include the digitization of cultural exhibits, establishment of digital repositories, and the implementation of Collection Management Systems (CMS). However, the escalating volume of information that cultural organizations must handle, coupled with the immediate need to cater to the diverse characteristics of modern visitors, raises pressing issues warranting further investigation. This article aims to underscore the wealth of existing research on visitor classifications while introducing a new digital tool—augmented metadata exhibits—that has the potential to support museums in the creation of inclusive exhibitions.

Full Text: PDF     DOI: 10.15640/jlis.v11n1a2