LIBR 248-10
Beginning Cataloging & Classification
Summer 2006 Greensheet
Dr. Sylvia D. Hall Ellis
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This syllabus may be altered based on the needs of the learning environment.
Course Description
Theory and practice of bibliographic control including the study of representative cataloging using Anglo American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev. with amendments and Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, machine-based representation using the MARC 21 formats and other standards, and subject analysis and classification using Library of Congress Subject Headings, Dewey Decimal Classification, and Library of Congress Classification, with principle focus on monographs, major media, sound recordings, and serials.
Prerequisites: LIBR 202
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, each student will be able to perform the following tasks:
- identify and compare theories and systems dealing with the organization and description of materials in multiple formats for access and retrieval;
- appropriately use subject (classification and verbal access) cataloging tools to demonstrate competency in the bibliographic description of print, non-print, and electronic materials;
- explain trends and research in the field of cataloging and explain their impacts on the organization and retrieval of information; and,
- develop a philosophy of bibliographic control and technical services.
The Course Supports the Following SLIS Objective:
Knowledge, identification and practice of major theories of information organization in a computerized environment and the effects of organization on retrieval.
Textbooks
Required Textbooks
The required textbooks for this course are:
- Anglo American Cataloguing Rules. 2nd ed., 2005 rev. Chicago, Ill.: American Library Association, 2005.
- Wynar's Introduction to Cataloging and Classification. 10th ed. Englewood, Colo.: Libraries Unlimited, 2006.
Optional Textbook
Chan, Lois Mai. Cataloging and Classification: An Introduction. 2nd ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1994.
Course Requirements
Teaching Method
This course provides students with both conceptual and experiential understanding of descriptive cataloging and classification using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev. (2005 ed.).Focuses on the monograph, projected media, sound recordings, and continuing resources MARC formats and challenges of bibliographic database building and maintenance. Class meets once face-to-face June 15 & 16 [LIS 248-10] in Sacramento) and in the virtual classroom each week scheduled on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. (CA time). Each student is expected to attend the scheduled face-to-face class and a weekly virtual class, participate in discussions and learning activities, complete assigned readings, and submit written assignments on due dates. Students will produce bibliographic descriptions for information packages and share them with the class as part of weekly participation. Questions and problems will be addressed in class.
Virtual Classes
Virtual classes will take place each week. The days and times will be determined based on class needs and discussion during the F2F session. Dates listed coincide with the Tuesday of each week.
Attendance and Participation
In order to get 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 grade that you earn. Please try not to miss any classes. If you know that you will miss more than two classes, you may want to consider dropping the course this term.
Course Evaluation
You will be evaluated in this course through the following assignments:
| Assignment | % | Due date |
| Assignment 1 - Tools & Standards | 10% | June 22 |
| Assignment 2 - Authority Control | 10% | June 29 |
| Assignment 3 - MARC Formats | 10% | July 6 |
| Assignment 4 - Monographs Format | 10% | July 13 |
| Assignment 5 - Projected Graphics Format | 10% | July 20 |
| Assignment 6 - Sound Recordings Format | 10% | July 27 |
| Assignment 7 - Subject Access | 10% | August 3 |
| Assignment 8 - Dewey Decimal Classification | 10% | August 10 |
| Assignment 9 - Library of Congress Classification | 10% | August 15 |
| Class participation | 10% | Continuous |
Rubrics
The rubrics for each of the components that contribute to your final grade are:
| Grade | Class Participation |
| A | Clarifies discussion, relates ideas or experiences, contributes examples, challenges ideas constructively, theorizes material |
| B | Maintains contact, listens to others, contributes to discussion |
| C | Present for the entire class, brings appropriate materials, provides intelligent and informed responses |
| D | No contribution |
| F | No show |
| Grade | USMARC Tagging | Content | Mechanics |
| A | Correct tagging in fields Correct use & data content of indicators |
Correct & complete transcription of all bibliographic data elements Assignment of appropriate subject headings Assignment of reasonable, complete classification notation |
Correct tagging in all fields Correct use & data content of indicators Correct use of punctuation marks in appropriate locations Correct spacing within all fields |
| B | Correct tagging in majority of fields - no more than 2 errors Correct use & data content of indicators - no more than 2 errors |
Correct & complete transcription of majority of bibliographic data elements Assignment of appropriate subject headings - at least 3 Assignment of reasonable, complete classification notation |
Correct tagging in majority of fields - no more than 2 errors Correct use & data content of majority of indicators in "key" fields (1XX, 245, 500, 6XX, 7XX) Correct use of punctuation marks in majority of locations in appropriate locations Correct spacing within majority of fields - no more than 2 errors |
| C | Correct tagging in majority of fields - no more than 5 errors Correct use & data content of indicators - no more than 5 errors |
Correct & complete transcription of majority of bibliographic data elements Assignment of appropriate subject headings - at least 2 Assignment of reasonable, incomplete classification notation |
Correct tagging in majority of fields - no more than 2 errors Correct use & data content of majority of indicators in "key" fields (1XX, 245, 500, 6XX, 7XX) Correct use of punctuation marks in majority of appropriate locations Correct spacing within majority of fields - no more than 5 errors |
| D | Correct tagging in majority of fields - more than 6 errors Correct use & data content of indicators - more than 6 errors |
Partially correct & incomplete transcription of bibliographic data elements Assignment of appropriate subject headings - at least 1 Assignment of incomplete classification notation |
Partially correct & incomplete tagging in fields - more than 6 errorsIncorrect use & data content of indicators in "key" fields (1XX, 245, 500, 6XX, 7XX) Incorrect use of punctuation marks in majority of appropriate locations Incorrect spacing within majority of fields -more than 6 errors |
| F | Correct tagging in majority of fields - more than 10 errors Correct use & data content of indicators - no more than 10 errors |
Partially correct & incomplete transcription of bibliographic data elements Assignment of inappropriate subject headings Assignment of incorrect classification notation |
Incorrect tagging in majority of fields -more than 10 errors Incorrect use & data content of majority of indicators in "key" fields (1XX, 245, 500, 6XX, 7XX) Incorrect use of punctuation marks in majority of appropriate locations Incorrect spacing within majority of fields -more than 10 errors |
Grading Scale
The standard SJSU SLIS Grading Scale is utilized for all SLIS courses:
| 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+ |
Returning Papers and Assignments
Students will receive their graded assignments via e-mail. Papers will be returned no later than the date that grades are due.
Late Assignments
Students are expected to meet deadlines for assignments or class projects. Extensions of time will be granted in cases of illness and other emergencies, but a discussion via e-mail or by telephone needs to be held with the instructor.
Incompletes
An incomplete grade may be given in case of an emergency beyond the student's control. All work should be completed as assigned. If we agree that an incomplete is appropriate, your work will be due before the end of the following term. If we agree that you are eligible for an incomplete, you must obtain and complete the Incomplete Form (http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/forms/inc.prf).
Office Hours
Although I do not keep formal office hours on campus, I am very flexible. My virtual office hours will be determined during the face-to-face class meeting.
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/
Course Schedule
| 6/1 & 6/8 | Introduction, course overview, etc. (Chan, pp. 1-99) Online learning and Blackboard site Computerized cataloging (Wynar pp. 1-24; 435-448; Chan pp. 413-422) Administrative issues (Wynar pp. 449-472) Tools, standards, online resources, listservs, glossary |
| 6-/15 & 6/16 | Integrated MARC 21 format (Wynar pp. 37-50; Chan pp. 401-412) Functional Requirements of Bibliographic Records, Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, (revised), Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, ISBD Punctuation Automation and cataloging: MARC 21, OCLC, ClassWeb Access points, AACR2r, Chapters 21+ (Chan pp. 107-122) Authority control (Wynar pp. 419-434; Chan pp. 123-141) Uniform titles (Wynar pp. 239-250; Chan pp. 141-148) |
| 6/22 | Descriptive Cataloging for Monographs Format Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (Chapter 2) Wynar (pp. 51-264) |
| 6/29 | Descriptive Cataloging for Major Media (VHS, DVD) Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (Chapter 7) MARC 21 Projected Graphics Format |
| 7/6 | HOLIDAY - no class |
| 7/13 | Descriptive Cataloging for Sound Recordings (CDs, Cassettes) |
| 7/20 | Verbal Subject Access [LCSH, MESH, Local] (Wynar, pp. 344-352; Chan pp. 153-170) Other Types of Verbal Access (Wynar, pp. 400-418) Library of Congress Subject Headings (Wynar, pp. 353-387) Sears List of Subject Headings (Wynar, pp. 388-399) Genre Headings & Local Subject Headings |
| 7/27 | Classification of Library Materials (Wynar, pp. 271-281; Chan pp. 259-268) Creation of Complete Call Numbers (Wynar, pp. 324-331) |
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