Resource Description and Access and Ohio Public Libraries
TL;DR: This study examines the current state of knowledge about Resource Description and Access (RDA), the new cataloging standard, among Ohio public library catalogers to propose further training and education opportunities for Ohio catalogers.
Abstract: This study examines the current state of knowledge about Resource Description and Access (RDA), the new cataloging standard, among Ohio public library catalogers Data were collected through an online survey from a representative sample of these catalogers While a majority of catalogers know about RDA, their working knowledge about it is minimal There are major differences in this knowledge based on geographic location of Ohio catalogers and educational attainment The authors propose further training and education opportunities for Ohio catalogers Further similar research is needed to determine if this lack of knowledge of the new descriptive standard among public library catalogers is a national challenge
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TL;DR: Review(s) of: Introducing RDA: A Guide to the Basics, by Chris Oliver, London Facet 2010, 117pp, ISBN 9781856047326, 29.95.
Abstract: Review(s) of: Introducing RDA: A Guide to the Basics, by Chris Oliver, London Facet 2010, 117pp, ISBN 9781856047326, 29.95.
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Dissertation•
01 Jan 2019
TL;DR: In this article, the author presented a Doctor of Philosophy (Information Studies) in the School of Social Sciences, College of Humanities, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 2019.
Abstract: Doctor of Philosophy (Information Studies) in the School of Social Sciences, College of Humanities, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 2019.
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TL;DR: This study uses data from a large original survey to present how the cataloging and metadata community is approaching new and emerging data standards and technologies, and demonstrates strong professional-development interest in Semantic Web and Linked Data applications.
Abstract: This study uses data from a large original survey (nearly one thousand initial respondents) to present how the cataloging and metadata community is approaching new and emerging data standards and technologies. The data analysis demonstrates strong professional-development interest in Semantic Web and Linked Data applications. With respect to continuing education topics, Linked Data technology, BIBFRAME, and an overview of current and emerging data standards and technologies ranked high. The survey data illustrate that personal continuing education interests often varied from reported institutional needs. These results reflect the fact that library services and projects in these emerging areas have not yet progressed beyond the exploratory stage. They also suggest that cataloging and metadata professionals expect to be able to exercise a mixture of core professional skill sets including teamwork, communication, and subject analysis, and the ability to adapt and accommodate Semantic Web standards and technologies, digital libraries, and other innovations in cataloging and metadata services.
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30 Sep 1991
TL;DR: The ICC11 RDA Book Template Glossary of Selected Terms and Abbreviations Selected Bibliography Index describes the development of Catalogs and Cataloging Codes and the management and support of Cataloging Management and Support.
Abstract: Contents * PART I: INTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Cataloging in Context Chapter 2: Development of Catalogs and Cataloging Codes * PART II: DESCRIPTION AND ACCESS Chapter 3: Underlying Principles and Conceptual Models Chapter 4: RDA Basics Chapter 5: Manifestations and Items Chapter 6: Works and Expressions Chapter 7: Persons, Families, Places, and Corporate Bodies Chapter 8: Relationships and the Use of Access Points Chapter 9: RDA Metadata in the MARC Format * PART III: AUTHORITY CONTROL Chapter 10: Authority Control * PART IV: SUBJECT ACCESS Chapter 11: Subject Access Chapter 12: Verbal Subject Access Chapter 13: Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Chapter 14: Sears List of Subject Headings (SEARS) Chapter 15: Other Verbal Access Systems Chapter 16: Classification Chapter 17: Decimal Classification Chapter 18: Library of Congress Classification (LCC) Chapter 19: Creation of Complete Call Numbers Chapter 20: Other Classification Systems * PART V: FORMATTING AND PRESENTATION Chapter 21: MARC Encoding Chapter 22: Alternative Containers for Metadata Chapter 23: International Standard Bibliographic Description (ISBD) * PART VI: ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUES Chapter 24: Cataloging Management and Support * Appendix A: RDA Outline Appendix B: ICC11 RDA Book Template Glossary of Selected Terms and Abbreviations Selected Bibliography Index
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"Resource Description and Access and..." refers background in this paper
...Taylor and Wynar (1985) discuss in depth the background and the creation of AACR in 1967 and discuss in detail the reasons for the necessity of AACR2....
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TL;DR: This article will reflect on the University of Chicago Library's RDA testing experience, and address some of the major issues related to managing its adoption, including staff training; implications on cataloging policies; preparing the integrated library system for RDA metadata; and what RDA may mean for the future of the metadata infrastructures.
Abstract: The University of Chicago Library was a formal participant in the US National Libraries’ Resource Description and Access (RDA), Test from October–December 2010 Immediately following the test period, the Library implemented RDA for original cataloging This article will reflect on our RDA testing experience, and will address some of the major issues related to managing its adoption, including: staff training; implications on cataloging policies; preparing the integrated library system (ILS) for RDA metadata; managing the integration of RDA with Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2) records; major costs associated with full implementation; and finally, what RDA may mean for the future of our metadata infrastructures
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"Resource Description and Access and..." refers background in this paper
...Cronin (2011) discusses staff training within the context of RDA implementation at the University of Chicago....
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