LIBR 248-01
LIBR 248-02
Beginning Cataloging and Classification
Fall 2005

Instructor: Dr. Deb Karpuk
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Office Hours: Virtual Classroom
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Course Description

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Theory and practice of bibliographic control including the study of representative cataloging using AACR2, machine-based representation using the MARC formats and other standards, and subject analysis and classification using LCSH, Dewey, and LCC with the principle focus on monographic and serial 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 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
Taylor, Arlene G. Wynar’s Introduction to Cataloguing and Classification. Revised 9th edition. Westport, Conn.: Libraries Unlimited, 2004.

Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd ed., 2002 revision. Prepared under the direction of Joint Steering Committee for the Revision of AACR by CLA, CILIP, ALA. Chicago: American Library Association, 2002. (ISBN 0-8389-3529-X) [NOTE: Continually updated. 2002 revision or higher may be used for class]

Understanding MARC Bibliographic: Machine-Readable Cataloging. Betty Furrie in conjunction with the Data Base Development Department of the Follett Software Company, 2000. http://www.loc.gov/marc [First horizontal bar on MARC Hompage]

Understanding MARC Authority Records: Machine-Readable Cataloging. All content about MARC 21 authority records was developed and written by the Library of Congress, Network Development and MARC Standards Office, 2004.

MARC 21 Concise Format for Bibliographic Data. Library of Congress, Network Development and MARC Standards Office, 2001 concise edition.
http://www.loc.gov/marc/bibliographic/ecbdhome.html

What is FRBR ?: A Conceptual Model for the Bibliographic Universe. By Barbara Tillett, Chief Cataloging Policy & Support Office, Library of Congress. 2004. Instructions for the free PDF download available at: http://www.loc.gov/cds/FRBR.html

Additional Resources
Additional resources accompanying topic specific lectures are located under Course Documents in Blackboard. Blackboard readings will be available as needed. Additional Web-based cataloging and classification tools will be available as needed for specific class application exercises.

AutoCat Listserv
LIBR 248 students must subscribe to the AutoCat Listserv.

Subscription procedure: http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/units/cts/autocat

Students may participate in the AutoCat Listserv discussion. Follow the discussion for a few days before posting comment. Do not request homework assistance via Autocat.

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Course Requirements

Blackboard
Please note the following in regards to Blackboard

• Blackboard Enrollment
  Enroll in the appropriate Blackboard course (weekend prior to start of semester):
  • 248-01: Fall 2005 | LIBR 248-01 (San Jose) | Karpuk
    (3 weekends + Web; consult SLIS schedule of classes)
  • 248-02: Fall 2005 | LIBR 248-02 (Totally Online) | Karpuk 
    (Totally online; Monday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m., PST; Blackboard Virtual Classroom)
  
  The above sections of LIBR 248 will be available in Blackboard the weekend before the semester begins.
• Course Calendar
  The instructor teaches several sections of LIBR 248, therefore, a Course Calendar and other section specific material will be posted to Blackboard under the appropriate section.
• Discussion Forums
  A Discussion Forum will be created for each topic covered in Beginning Cataloging and Classification. This threaded discussion is used to discuss LIBR 248 topics.
• Blackboard Postings
  Topical readings are either posted in Blackboard or distributed in San Jose. Dr. K sends an e-mail to the class advising that new materials are available and where to find them.

Class Meetings
Weekend with Web Section: For those enrolled in the section with on-campus meetings, Blackboard is used to post topic readings, for the communication tools and Virtual Classroom question/answer/review sessions. Consult the SLIS course schedule for specific evenings and times for the online sessions.

Web-only Section
The instructor uses Blackboard to hold live Virtual Classroom sessions for Web-based classes. Consult SLIS course schedule for specific evenings and times for the live online VC sessions.

Course Communication
The instructor will use MySJSU (http://my.sjsu.edu) for initial communication with classes. After the initial communication, Blackboard communication tools will be used for the remainder of the semester.

Should an individual e-mail be needed, please use:

djkarpuk(at)aol(dot)com
Subject line: LIBR 248 (Weekend or Web Only)

Office Hours
Office Hours are held in the Virtual Classroom prior and for 30 minutes following Virtual Class sessions. Special office hour sessions may be arranged if needed.

Assignments and Grading
Assignments cover: Navigating AACR2R & MARC, Descriptive Cataloging: Books, Authority Control, Descriptive Cataloging: Non-Print & Serials, Subject Headings, Dewey Decimal Classification and Library of Congress Classification.

Two examinations cover both theoretical and practical application of cataloging principles. Each examination is two parts: Part One (essay) is closed book and for Part Two (application) cataloging tools may be used.

Academic Integrity
Read the SJSU Academic Integrity Policy
http://www2.sjsu.edu/senate/S04-12.pdf

Late Assignments
Late assignments are NOT accepted except by prior consent of the instructor and no points awarded. A late practice assignment will incur a (-1 point).

Grading Scale
This course implements the University Recommended Grading Scale for Students:

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/forms/inc.pdf

Reasonable Accommodation of Disabilities
Students who need accommodation due to a disability must register with SJSU's Disability Resource Center (DRC) during the first three weeks of the semester. The Center will work with the students to determine the disability, document it, and determine the services and accommodations necessary for student success. Then, the DRC will contact the faculty member to determine the types of consideration necessary.

Students attending the Fullerton campus should first contact the Disability Resource Center in San José since they are SJSU students. The DRC will then direct the students to supporting resources on the Fullerton campus.

The DRC Web site: http://www.drc.sjsu.edu/

Enjoy!

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