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The library approach to serial publications; Selection and acquisition; Descriptive and subject cataloging; Housing and servicing serial publications; Reference aspects of serial publications; Postscript.
Serials Cataloging (1987) assesses the state of the art of serials cataloging, especially in two areas: the rules by which the cataloguing record is created and the automation of that record. It looks at how libraries’ dependence upon bibliographic utilities for cataloguing data has led to an acceptance of cataloguing standards that conform closely to internationally accepted principles.
This essential reference teaches library staff how to handle the most common and confusing problems in serials cataloging by providing clear examples, practice exercises, and helpful advice based on experience. Serials cataloging can be an overwhelming task that frustrates even the most seasoned professional. This book provides simple guidance and real-world examples to illustrate best practices in serials cataloging. Demystifying Serials Cataloging: A Book of Examples is a reliable reference for learning how to catalog serials or improve cataloging skills. The book covers important elements of descriptive cataloging of serial publications such as explanations, sample records, applicable cataloging rules, and images of the serials. Examples demonstrate best practices and guidelines from the industry's leading cataloging standards including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules: Second Revised Edition; CONSER Cataloging Manual; Library of Congress Rule Interpretation; and OCLC Bibliographic Formats and Standards. Each chapter contains helpful practice exercises to ensure understanding and reinforce learning.
This book advises librarians, paraprofessional library supervisors, and library school students on problems unique to the management of serials.
Provides examples of notes to use in cataloging serial publications, and includes notes on numbering, supplements, language, issuing body, and linking information.
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History of serials; Fundamentals; Equipment and checking in procedures; Selection and deselection; Finances; Ordering; Cataloging; Serials processing and control at the library of congress; Library tools for a serials department; Mail; Claims and duplicates; Binding; Gifts and exchanges and special programs; Reprography; Copyright; Miscellaneous topics, circulation of journals, reading rooms.
Everything you need to know about serials librarianshipin one handy volume! For library science students and library professionals, Introduction to Serials Work for Library Technicians is a practical, how-to-do-it text that shows you how to perform the behind-the-scenes tasks your job requires. This primer walks you through the entire process of serials management for both larger libraries with automated serials management systems as well as small school and public libraries that must handle their serials manually. From an introduction to serials work to the latest in technology for archiving, this book will ensure that your library customers are not inconvenienced by inaccuracies or ineffic...