LIBR 248-12
Beginning Cataloging and Classification
Summer 2006 Greensheet
Robert Ellett, Ph.D.
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Office Hours: Telephone office hours by appointment.
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Students must self-enroll for this course on Blackboard between May 24-29. You will be required to use a password access code which the instructor will provide using the MySJSU Messaging system.
Course Description
Theory and practice of bibliographic control techniques including the study of representation of cataloging using AACR2 (latest edition) and Library of Congress Rule Interpretations in machine-based representation using the MARC21 format and other metadata standards, and subject analysis and classification including Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), and Library of Congress Classification (LCC) with the principle focus on monographic and selected serial and non-print literature.
Prerequisite: LIBR 202
Course Objectives
At the end of the class, the student will
- Understand the process of cataloging and classification in different formats through application of standardized cataloging tools
- Understand the basic workings of automated catalogs and how the process of cataloging and classification impacts them, specifically in regard to indexing, syndetic structure, and authority control.
- Understand impact of cataloging decisions on user retrieval
- Understand current issues in cataloging, cataloging policy, and organization of new formats
The Course Supports the Following SLIS Objectives:
Knowledge, identification and practice of major theories of information organization in a computerized environment and the effects of organization on retrieval.
Textbooks and Resources
Required Texts
The required textbooks for this course are:
- Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (2002). 2nd ed., 2005 update. Prepared under the direction of Joint Steering Committee for the Revision of AACR by CLA, CILIP, ALA. Chicago: American Library Association. ISBN: 0-8389-3555-9. Available from the ALA Store Web site.
Note: Earlier editions are not acceptable. Please bring this text to onsite meeting.
- Furrie, B. (2003). Understanding MARC Bibliographic: Machine-Readable Cataloging. Data Base Development Department of the Follett Software Company.
http://www.loc.gov/marc/umb/
Note: Instructor will provide hard copies of this text for $1 a copy during onsite meeting.
- Taylor, A. G. (2006). Introduction to Cataloging and Classification. 10th ed. rev. Englewood, Colo.: Libraries Unlimited. ISBN: 159158213X (Paperback). Available from online booksellers in June. Do not purchase text until onsite meeting.
Supplemental Text (This text is for reference only)
MARC 21 Concise Format for Bibliographic Data (2001). Washington, D.C.: Library of Congress, Network Development and MARC Standards Office.
Additional Resources
Additional resources accompanying topic specific lectures are located under Course Documents in Blackboard and will be posted during the course.
Course Requirements
Course Duration
This course runs from June 1st to August 14th.
Blackboard
Blackboard will be used extensively for the online portion of this course. Students must self-enroll for this course on Blackboard between May 24-29. You will be required to use a password access code which the instructor will provide using the MySJSU Messaging system. Please contact the instructor if you encounter difficulty in enrollment.
Synchronous Meeting
The required on-campus meeting for this course will be held at the Scripps Ranch Branch of SDPL on June 2-3, 2006. Check schedule on SJSU Web site for location and room number.
Virtual Classes
Virtual classes will be scheduled during the course. Class times will be discussed during the onsite meeting.
Deliverable Products
Students will be evaluated in the performance of the following tasks:
| Product | % of Final Grade |
| Assignment 1 (Descriptive Cataloging: Books) | 10% |
| Assignment 2 (Authority Control/ Choice of Entry/ Form of Entry) | 10% |
| Assignment 3 (Descriptive Cataloging: Selected Serials, Non-Print) | 10% |
| Assignment 4 (Dewey Decimal Classification) | 10% |
| Assignment 5 (Library of Congress Classification) | 10% |
| Assignment 6 (Library of Congress Subject Headings) | 10% |
| Course Project | 30% |
| Class Participation | 10% |
In addition, several ungraded exercises will be distributed to practice and enhance skills. These exercises are included within class participation. Other class participation activities will occur in the discussion forum. The course project is designed as a culminating activity to allow students the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of descriptive and subject cataloging covered within the course.
Course Policies
Greensheet (Syllabus)
This syllabus may be altered based on needs of the learning environment.
Attendance and Participation
To receive the most benefit from this course, you must read the text and online resource materials, complete the assignments, and participate in class activities. Regular participation has a positive effect on the course grade earned.
Late Assignments and Incompletes
Late assignments will not be accepted. If you have an illness (medical certificate supplied) or a family tragedy, please contact the instructor.
Course Communication
Weekly Web-based classes will be held. Special telephone office hours sessions may be arranged if needed. Should an individual e-mail be needed, please e-mail me. Subject line: 248: "Message line text"
Discussion Forums
The instructor will create a Discussion Forum for each topic covered in Beginning Cataloging and Classification. This threaded discussion is an excellent way to discuss Libr. 248 topics. The Virtual Classroom may be used to host discussion and study sessions as well.
Grading
Grading Scale
University Recommended Grading Scale for Graduate Students:
| 97-100 | A |
| 94-96 | A- |
| 91-93 | B+ |
| 88-90 | B |
| 85-87 | B- |
| 82-84 | C+ |
| 79-81 | C |
| 76-78 | C- |
| 73-75 | D+ |
Incompletes
Students who cannot fulfill all the work for a course may be assigned an Incomplete only if arrangements are made with the instructor. If the instructor agrees to assign an Incomplete, then the student must obtain an Incomplete Form from: http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/admin/forms/inc.pdf
(Note: Incomplete grades will only be granted in extreme circumstances.)
Plagiarism
All assignments submitted must be your own work. The San José State University regulations governing plagiarism will be enforced.
Academic Integrity
Read the SJSU Academic Integrity Policy
http://www2.sjsu.edu/senate/S04-12.pdf
Reasonable Accommodation of Disabilities
If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability,
please e-mail me as soon as possible. Presidential Directive 97-03 requires
that students with disabilities register with the Disability Resource Center
(DRC) to establish record of their disability.
No matter where students reside, they should contact the SJSU DRC to register. The DRC Web site: http://www.drc.sjsu.edu/
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