Basic Subject Cataloging Using LCSH

an ALCTS/PCC Workshop

October 25-26, 2007
Philadelphia, PA

Cosponsored with PALINET

Description

This two-day workshop will present the full subject analysis training program developed by subcommittees of the ALCTS Subject Analysis Committee and the PCC Standing Committee on Training. It is designed to benefit catalogers at all levels and individuals involved in the education and training of catalogers.

Sessions include:

  • Basic subject analysis principles and tools and provide training in the application of Library of Congress subject headings and subdivisions
  • MARC coding and subject authorities
  • SACO
  • Overview analyzing select specialized subject areas and formats
Dates, Times, Location

October 25-26, 2007
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day

PALINET Headquarters
Philadelphia, PA

Instructor

John N. Mitchell, Library of Congress

Registration

PALINET is conducting registration.  

ALCTS, PALINET Member $300
FEDLINK, SOLINET Member $350
Nonmember $450

ALCTS members who are not members of PALINET may register at the rate of $300, but must submit pre-payment to PALINET by check, or pay by credit card. PALINET will not accept purchase orders from or invoice non-PALINET members.

Questions?

For more information contact Julie Reese, ALCTS Education, at jreese@ala.org or (312) 280-5034.