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Geneva F Norton
LIS 531
Seattle Campus
Develops an understanding of library catalogs as information retrieval systems. Introduces library cataloging and classification. Focus on principles and standards in the creation of catalogs and cataloging records. Includes practice in descriptive and subject cataloging and classification. User perspective emphasized throughout. Prerequisite: LIS 500, LIS 530.
Class description
The goal of the course is to learn the fundamentals of cataloging and classification in order to allow you to analyze materials for your resource center. By learning these skills not only will you increase access to the materials for your students and staff, but you will be able to recognize quality cataloging when you see it. Good cataloging and classification are key to having a strong library database and accessible information. With these skills, you can make decisions that will best suit the interests and needs of your patrons.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Weekly audio conferences Weekly exercises creating MARC records that apply the theories in readings of previous week; exercises reviewed during weekly audio conferences Peer Review postings of Class Project and peer responses to weekly postings E-mail support One-on-one telephone support as needed
Recommended preparation
••Recognize that there will be a lot of new information to process--familiar word used in unfamiliar ways. It can be challenging. ••Team up with one or two class members to work on weekly exercises and assignments. This gives you someone to talk through the work we are doing and to apply your shared knowledge. It makes it much easier that working alone.
Class assignments and grading
1) Weekly exercises to practice the cataloging and classification being studied--self corrected and discussed in audio session. 2) Weekly postings regarding the OPAC (Online Public Assess Catalogue) in the library media center you will be using for course. 3) Two weekly responses to your classmates' postings. ----- Send to instuctor: 1)Three assignments incrementally developing complete MARC records. 2)One Course Project developed from incremental postings during the quarter.
Participation in audio conferences Peer Review Postings Peer Review Responses Assignments 1,2, and 3 Course Project
