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Beginning Cataloging

Sheila S Intner author Jean Weihs author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:12th Dec '16

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Now thoroughly updated to include recent changes with RDA, this easy-to-use primer provides an introduction to standardized cataloging that will benefit library technicians as well as students in library technician and teacher librarian programs. This easy-to-use primer provides a complete introduction to current standard cataloging practice. The simple language, helpful examples, and clear descriptions of processes and techniques make it a valuable tool for any beginning cataloger or worker in a technical services department. Updated with key information about RDA principles and practices and following the same pragmatic approach as the first edition, the book empowers students with an understanding of the core principles and language of cataloging. Readers will learn how to apply standard descriptive cataloging rules to assign subject headings and classification numbers and to create electronic records. The book first examines the cataloging-in-publication data found on the verso of most books. Then, chapter by chapter, it explains how this data can be developed into a full bibliographic record that can be used in an online public catalog, covering all types of material formats (books, audiovisuals, images, sound, electronic resources and more). This guide will also serve as a workbook in formal education programs or distance education programs and be useful to library technicians and those working in areas where formal training is inaccessible.

This new edition can serve as an in-house guide for staff who have not done formal coursework in cataloging or those in need of a reference to current cataloging practice. * Library Journal *
I recommend Beginning Cataloging to the neophyte catalogers Weihs and Intner cite in the introduction: students in library technician programs and cataloging courses, and library staff who lack formal training but require a basic cataloging skill set. I also believe more seasoned catalogers will enjoy revisiting the basics. * Technicalities *

ISBN: 9781440838446

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 425g

160 pages

2nd edition