| Understanding
the MARC Format |
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| Description: |
MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) is the basis for bibliographic
records in OCLC and most local systems. This course is a basic introduction
to reading, understanding, and using MARC. With this knowledge you
are better able to understand the indexing and access structure
of bibliographic databases. |
| You will learn about: |
- MARC definition, history and structure
- MARC tag groups
- MARC fields and subfields
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| Time: |
Three hours |
| Location: |
This half day "Customized Training"
session can be brought to your library at any time. |
| Who should attend: |
Library staff in acquisitions, cataloging, interlibrary
loan, reference and systems who work with MARC records. |
| Cost: |
$995.00 per customized training event, plus expenses |
| Any of the following half day courses can be combined with this course to make a full day event for the above cost. |
Cataloging with CatExpress
FRBR and the Future of the Online Public Access Catalog
Getting Started with Digital Collections
How We Address the Internet: IP Addressing Fundamentals
Intergrating Resources: The Updating Loose-leaf
Technologies Available on Internet to Make Your Life Easier
Using the OCLC ILL Policies Directory
Your Library's Cyber Security - Inside and Out |
| To schedule: |
To schedule courses at your library and to discuss costs, audience
numbers, and physical requirements, please contact
Susan Abell (1.800.635.4638 x1944 or abell@nelinet.net). |
