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Cataloging: Audiovisual Materials and More

Description:

This workshop shows participants how to catalog large print, VHS tapes, DVDs, music CDs and audiobooks on cassette or CDs.  Through written exercises, participants will practice assigning MARC tags, indicators, and subfield codes to cataloging data.


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Target Audience:

Library personnel responsible for cataloging.


Prerequisites:

Cataloging: An Overview or very basic knowledge of the source of MARC records and their general structure.  The instructor assumes no specific knowledge of MARC tags and their content.

Length:

5 hours; can be adjusted to meet the needs of the workshop sponsor.

Method of Instruction:

Lecture, small group discussion, and written exercises.


Equipment Needed:

An Internet connection; instructor will provide computer and display projector.


Workshop Outline:

  • Welcome and Introductions
  • An Overview of the Fields of a MARC Record
    • Variable Fields and Fixed Fields
    • MARC Tag Groups
    • Bibliography of Selected Cataloging Tools
  • Variable Fields
    • Classification and Control Numbers
    • Name Headings
    • Titles
    • Uniform Titles
    • Edition, Publisher, and Physical Description
    • Series
    • Notes
    • Subject Headings
  • The Leader
  • The 008 Field
  • In Conclusion
    • More questions and answers
    • Evaluation


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