Fundamentals of Library of Congress Classification

By Lori Robare

The Association for Library Collections and Technical Services (ALCTS) and the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) have joined forces to develop a program designed to teach skills in using Library of Congress Classification. This joint initiative is a logical outgrowth of the missions of both organizations. As reflected in their respective strategic plans, each has a strong commitment to training and continuing education. The partnership to create training programs in basic cataloging skills began with a workshop on subject cataloging using Library of Congress Subject Headings. This was followed by a workshop on name and title authority work. In 2004, a task force was appointed to develop a new workshop on Library of Congress Classification. The task force was charged with: identifying the potential audience for the material; evaluating existing materials; determining the comprehensiveness of course materials...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1304228525
• ISBN13: 9781304228529
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 2.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"