Summary of Requirements for <language>
The DLF/Aquifer Implementation Guidelines for Shareable MODS Records require at least one <language> element for all resources in which language is primary to understanding the resource. These resources include textual resources, as well as audio and video resources with spoken word components. Although <language> is usually not required for non-textual resources such as images, it could be used effectively for such resources when language is a primary component. Examples of the latter might include a photograph of a sign with text or a monument with an inscription. This element is repeatable. (page 35)
Per the Levels of Adoption Document Level 2: at least one <language> element for all resources in which language is primary to understanding the resource
Per the Levels of Adoption Document Level 4: @type attribute for each <languageTerm> present
Per the Levels of Adoption Document Level 4: @authority attributes in general
The source document for standard Language vocabulary is: http://www.loc.gov/standards/iso639-2/php/code_list.php.
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