This book provides basic instruction in descriptive cataloging and the MARC bibliographic format in a library or other information agency, whether at a professional or a paraprofessional level. It is equally suitable for use by library students in universities and colleges, and others who are studying classification by themselves, either with a specific goal or as part of their continuing professional development. Since the bibliographic record is the foundation of all the tools used in a library, from catalog to bibliography to online database, it is important for all library staff to be familiar with at least the basics. Truly a "hands-on" guide, Learn Descriptive Cataloging contains useful exercises to practice new skills and quizzes to test understanding. There are answers for self-checking at the back of the book.

Learn Descriptive Cataloging

Politics & Social Sciences

Mortimer, Mary

Social Sciences

Scarecrow Pr

This book covers the skills necessary for a classifier using Dewey Decimal Classification in a library or other information agency, whether at a professional or a paraprofessional level. It is equally suitable for use by librarianship students in universities and colleges, and others who are studying classification by themselves, either with a specific goal or as part of their continuing professional development. Since most collections are organized according to a library classification scheme, and Dewey Decimal Classification is widely used, especially in public and school libraries, it is important for all library students and most library staff to be familiar with at least the basics. Truly a "hands-on" guide, Learn Dewey Decimal Classification contains useful exercises to practice new skills and quizzes to test understanding. There are answers for self-checking at the back of the book.

Learn Dewey Decimal Classification (Edition 21)

This book describes the skills needed by anyone beginning work in a library or other information agency, whether at a professional or a paraprofessional level. Each chapter deals with a section of basic library work and with the knowledge and skills needed to perform it well. Anyone who understands the tasks and procedures and the reasons for doing them will be far more competent in carrying them out. Where standard rules exist (i.e. filing rules), explanations are included. For procedures that vary form library to library, the authors outline common approaches or encourage the reader to find out how it is done in a local library. Designed for use on its own or as part of a formal course of study. Includes exercises and quizzes for improving skills. Answers are provided in the back of the book.

Learn Basic Library Skills (Library Basics Series, 5)

Computers & Technology

Gosling, Mary

Andersen, Elaine

Programming

When Your Partner Dies

Medical Books

Hale & Iremonger,Pty.Ltd

LEARN DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGING Second North American Edition A Practical Study Guide For Learning Anglo-American Cataloging Rules MARC 21 Codes And Library of Congress Authorities All the fundamental skills of descriptive cataloging are covered here: using AACR2, and coding descriptions and access points into MARC format. All catalogers, whether professional or paraprofessional, need these basic skills. Consequently, this guide is equally suitable for college students studying library science, and library technicians and others who want to know more about cataloging, with a specific goal or as part of their professional development. Since the bibliographic record is the foundation of all the tools used in a library, from catalog to bibliography to online database, it is important for all library staff to be familiar with at least these basics. This book contains many clear explanations and examples, along with numerous practice exercises that help students master creating MARC descriptions and access points. It includes the relevant MARC codes, a glossary, an index, and answers to exercises at the back of the book. Learn Descriptive Cataloging is one of nine study guides in the Library Education Series. Please see the back of this book for a complete listing, or visit www.totalrecallpress.com for more information. Mary Mortimer is a librarian, library and Internet trainer, author, multimedia developer, and publisher. Since her professional education in the Universities of Sydney and New South Wales, Mary has worked in libraries in Australia, Papua New Guinea and Britain in many capacities. She is a director of DocMatrix Pty Limited in Canberra, Australia, which publishes workbooks to help librarians and assistants develop the practical skills they need in the workplace. These books have been modified for libraries in Southeast Asia, South America and North America. Mary has also developed interactive multimedia programs for librarians, and organizes in-service training for library assistants. She has taught cataloging to library paraprofessionals and professionals, including staff of the National Library of Australia, and in doing so has refined her explanations and examples. The result is this clear and comprehensive study guide that helps students and staff apply cataloging rules and standards sensibly and correctly. TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface About CatSkill 1. The Catalog 2. The Bibliographic Record 3. International Standard Bibliographic Description 4. Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules Second Edition 2002 Revision 5. MARC 6. Areas of Description 7. Description of Monographs 8. Description of Continuing Resources 9. Description of Nonbook Materials 10. Access Points 11. Authority Control and References 12. Headings for Persons 13. Geographic Names As Headings 14. Headings for Corporate Bodies 15. Series 16. Uniform Titles 17. Cataloging Procedures MARC Codes Answers Glossary Bibliography Index

Learn Descriptive Cataloging - Second North American Edition (Library Education Series)

Reference

Totalrecall Pubn Inc

LEARN DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION (Edition 22) First North American Edition A Practical Study Guide For Learning Every Aspect of Dewey Decimal Classification This combined text and workbook covers the theories and principles of Dewey Decimal Classification and then offers readers immediate practice in putting the information to use. Plentiful, clear explanations, examples and practice exercises illustrate every aspect of Dewey Decimal Classification and help students master creating DDC numbers. The book also includes a new chapter on WebDewey; a glossary that defines technical terms in simple language; and an index. It is an easy to use study tool for all library students and library staff who need to be familiar with at least the basics. ¿Unlike other materials available for learning the DDC, this book combines workbook with instructional text. As such, the student can refer to it beyond the course. It can profitably supplement other texts in cataloging and classification, and also serve as a review of the developments¿ of the DDC.¿ Library Collections, Acquisitions and Technical Services review of the previous edition ¿It provides an easy and friendly approach to the learning of the DDC without assuming any prior knowledge on the part of its users. This being a complete guide and the DDC being used internationally, this workbook will be useful in any library/library school anywhere in the world. It is a welcome addition to the practical manuals on the DDC.¿ --Library Times International review of the previous edition Learn Dewey Decimal Classification is one of nine study guides in the Library Education Series. Please see the back of this book for a complete listing, or visit www.totalrecallpress.com for more information. Mary Mortimer is a librarian, library and Internet trainer, author, multimedia developer, and publisher. Since her professional education in the Universities of Sydney and New South Wales, Mary has worked in libraries in Australia, Papua New Guinea and Britain in many capacities. She is a director of DocMatrix Pty Limited in Canberra, Australia, which publishes workbooks to help librarians and assistants develop the practical skills they need in the workplace. These books have been modified for libraries in Southeast Asia, South America and North America. Mary has also developed interactive multimedia programs for librarians, and organizes in-service training for library assistants. She has taught Dewey Decimal Classification to library paraprofessionals and professionals, including staff of the National Library of Australia, and in doing so has refined her explanations and examples. The result is this clear and comprehensive study guide that helps students and staff apply the Dewey Decimal scheme sensibly and correctly. TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface 1. Introduction to Classification 2. Introduction to Dewey Decimal Classification 3. Principles of Classifying with DDC 4. Components of the Dewey Decimal Classification 5. Finding a Number in the Schedules 6. Organization of the Schedules 7. Number Building and Table 1: Standard Subdivisions 8. Table 2: Geographic Areas, Historical Periods, Persons 9. Table 3: Subdivisions for the Arts, for Individual Literatures, for Specific Literary Forms 10. Table 4: Subdivisions of Individual Languages and Language Families, and Table 6: Languages 11. Table 5: Ethnic and National Groups 12. Adding from the Schedules 13. WebDewey 14. More Practice Answers Glossary Bibliography

Learn Dewey Decimal Classification: First North American Edition (Library Education Series)

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