DD 8788-2-2006 UK lifelong learner information profile (UKLeaP) Part 2: Representation and terminology in implementing the UK Lifelong Learner Information Profile – Code of practice
This Draft for Development gives guidance and recommendations for
the use of the core structures specified in DD 8788-3.
NOTE 1 Many of the structures have the facility for types (represented in their
respective “typename” parts), and these types are semantically significant in the
domains in which the standard is to be used.
NOTE 2 Interoperability depends not only on the syntactic conformity to the DD 8788-
3 specification, but also on whether the structures are used to represent the same kinds
of things in real life.
NOTE 3 While the main purpose of these recommendations is to optimize
interoperability between systems and portability of records, consideration is also given
to simplicity, and feasibility of implementation.
This part of DD 8788 recommends what is represented by each
structure, and what vocabulary terms should be used within the
“typename” parts to ensure maximal interoperability.
It provides recommendations for how initial vocabularies can be
amended and extended.
Annex A gives detail regarding the associated IMS specifications.
Annex B provides information about the functionality to describe and
package learning materials into interoperable, distributable packages. It
is recommended that these interoperable packages are used to
exchange packages of learner information and information about
transport messaging and protocols.
Annex C provides an illustration of how this standard can be used,
linked to the advanced example provided in Annex D.
Annex E provides information on how vocabularies can be used.
This part of DD 8788 does not cover accessibility considerations.
DD 8788-2-2006 Referenced Document
ISO 8601 Data elements and interchange formats - Information interchange - Representation of dates and times