Dictionary Roles

There are multiple roles available to provide appropriate control and responsibility of creating and managing the dictionary.

Mukurtu Manager

The Mukurtu manager can add new languages to the site through the Manage Taxonomies page. For detailed instructions, see Configure the Dictionary

Protocol Stewards

The protocol steward can create, edit, and delete any dictionary word and word list within their protocol. They also manage language steward and language contributor roles within the protocol, assigning and revoking these roles as necessary.

Protocol stewards can add a new language when using the language field of a digital heritage item.

Language Steward

The language steward can create, edit, and delete any dictionary word and word list within their protocol. They can also upload media and assign protocols to media assets.

Language Contributor

The language contributor can create, edit, and delete their own dictionary words and word lists within their protocol, but cannot edit or delete those created by other users. They can also upload media and assign protocols to media assets.

For more about user roles, see User Role Types.