LIBR 248
Beginning Cataloging & Classification
Spring 2003
Sunday, January 26, 2003 - Saturday, May 24, 2003

Dr. Sylvia D. Hall-Ellis
Phone: (303) 757-5241 home (leave message)
(720) 935-5241 mobile
FAX: (303) 756-0424 home
EMAIL: shellis@bigplanet.com

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Important: Section 11 will meet ONLY on Sunday, January 26 (NOT on Saturday, January 25)

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 USMARC 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).

Required Textbooks

Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules. 2nd ed., 2002 rev. Chicago, Ill.: American Library Association, 2002.
Wynar's Introduction to Cataloging and Classification. 9th ed. Englewood, Colo.: Libraries Unlimited, 2000.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, each student will be able to perform the following tasks:

1. identify and compare theories and systems dealing with the organization and description of materials in multiple formats for access and retrieval;
2. appropriately use subject (classification and verbal access) cataloging tools to demonstrate competency in the bibliographic description of print, non-print, and electronic materials;
3. explain trends and research in the field of cataloging and explain their impacts on the organization and retrieval of information; and,
4. develop a philosophy of bibliographic control and technical services.

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.

Teaching Method

Class meets once face-to-face

  • Section 11 in Reseda (see below): Sunday, January 26, 2003, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
  • Section 12 in Fullerton, PLS 49: Saturday, February 1, 1:30 p.m to 5 p.m. & Sunday, February 2, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)

and online during the remainder of the term. New readings and assignments will be posted each Saturday by 12 p.m. This course provides students with both conceptual and experiential understanding of descriptive cataloging and classification. Each student is expected to participate weekly in discussions and learning activities, complete assigned readings, and submit written assignments on due dates. Students are encouraged to produce the USMARC records and share them with the class as part of weekly participation. Questions and problems will be addressed in class.

Location for section 11 class meeting on January 26:

West Valley Regional Branch Library
19036 Vanowen Street
Reseda, CA 91335
818-345-9806


Course Schedule

1/20

Readings for January 26th class posted

1/26

 

 Tools, standards, online resources, listservs, glossary
Introduction, course overview, etc.
Descriptive Cataloging for Books
Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (pp. 1-91)
Wynar (pp. 51-264)
USMARC Books Format

2/1 & 2/8

 

 ISBD Punctuation
Integrated USMARC format (Wynar pp. 37-50)
Authority control (Wynar pp. 419-434)
Uniform titles (Wynar pp. 239-250)
2/15 Computerized cataloging (Wynar pp. 1-24; 435-448)
Administrative issues (Wynar pp. 449-472)
Assignment 1 distributed - due 2/22/03

2/22 & 3/1

 

 Descriptive Cataloging for Major Media (VHS, DVD)
Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (pp. 181-199)
USMARC Projected Graphics Format
Assignment 2 distributed - due 3/1/03

3/8 & 3/15

 

 Descriptive Cataloging for Sound Recordings (CDs, Cassettes)
Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (pp. 160-180)
USMARC Sounds Recordings Format
Assignment 3 distributed - due 3/15/03
3/22

Descriptive Cataloging for Serials
Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2d ed., rev., (pp. 274-298)
USMARC Serials Format
3/29 Mid-Term Exam

4/5 & 4/12

Verbal Subject Access (Wynar, pp. 344-352)
Other Types of Verbal Access (Wynar, pp. 400-418)
Library of Congress Subject Headings (Wynar, pp. 353-387)
Genre Headings
Local Subject Headings
Assignment 4 distributed - due 4/19/03

4/19 & 4/26

 

 Classification of Library Materials (Wynar, pp. 271-281)
Decimal Classification (Wynar, pp. 282-302)
Assignment 5 distibuted - due 5/3/02
5/3 & 5/10

Library of Congress Classification (Wynar, pp. 303-323)
Creation of Complete Call Numbers (Wynar, pp. 324-331)
Assignment 6 distributed - due 5/17/03
5/17 Final exam posted - due 5/24/03

 

Course Evaluation

Assignment 1 - Books Format
10% Due February 22, 2003
Assignment 2 - Projected Graphics Format 10% Due March 1, 2003
Assignment 3 - Sound Recordings & Serials Formats
 10% Due March 15, 2003
Assignment 4 - Library of Congress Subject Access 10% Due April 19, 2003
Assignment 5 - Dewey Decimal Classification
 10% Due May 3, 2003
Assignment 6 - Library of Congress Classification 10% Due May 17, 2003



Mid-term examination
 15% March 29, 2003
Final examination
 20% May 24, 2003
Class participation 5%

 

Course Policies

Syllabus. This syllabus may be altered based on the needs of the learning environment.

Accommodations for a Disability or Special Need. Please let the instructor if you have needs or require accommodations as provided in the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) and its amendments (1996).

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.

Grading. I use the following scale for grading:

A 93% to 100%   C+ 76% to 79%
A- 90% to 92%   C 73% to 75%
B+ 86% to 89%   C- 70% to 72%
B 83% to 85%   D 60% to 69%
B- 80% to 82%   F < 60%



Rubrics. I will provide a copy of the rubrics for each of the components that contribute to your final grade.

Returning Papers and Assignments. Students must supply a self-addressed stamped envelope that can be used to return work directly to them. 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 email 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.

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.


Instructor
Dr. Sylvia D. Hall-Ellis
Phone: (303) 757-5241 home (leave message), (720) 935-5241 mobile
FAX: (303) 756-0424 home
EMAIL: shellis@bigplanet.com



  

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