In social science, a construct is a theoretical concept that can't be directly observed. We use constructs as metadata to describe research data and make it easier to find. Our construct catalogues are made up of controlled vocabulary.
A controlled vocabulary is a defined collection of terms that ensures that the same terms are used for the same concepts. It serves to improve consistency, clarity and retrievability of information.
The FDZs organised within the VerbundFDB have agreed on a common, controlled vocabulary for describing constructs.
Image sources in order of appearance on the page, from left to right and from top to bottom; attribution according to the guidelines of the authors/image databases.
