Karen Snow

A Practical Guide to Dewey Decimal Classification is a hands-on introduction to the world’s most frequently used classification system. The book gives a brief history of the scheme and discusses the theory behind the organization and construction of Dewey class numbers. However, I would like to go further and walk through the process of finding DDC numbers and how to build them using WebDewey, the online resource for accessing DDC. Since DDC is no longer published in print (as of June 2018), it is important that readers understand the basics of using WebDewey. End-of-chapter exercises let readers assess their learning. Chapter coverage is complete:1. Introduction2. Dewey Decimal Classification in a Nutshell3. Basic Principles of Classification (Exercises at the end of the chapter)4. Searching and Browsing in WebDewey (Exercises at the end of the chapter)5. Using Notes and the Manual (Exercises at the end of the chapter)6. Number Building in DDC (Exercises at the end of the chapter)7. Using Tables within the Schedules (Exercises at the end of the chapter)8. Advanced Class Number Building Using Table 1 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)9. Advanced Class Number Building Using Table 2 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)10. Advanced Class Number Building Using Tables 3-6 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)11. Conclusion; DDC ResourcesAppendix: Answers to chapter exercises

A Practical Guide to Dewey Decimal Classification is a hands-on introduction to the world’s most frequently used classification system. The book gives a brief history of the scheme and discusses the theory behind the organization and construction of Dewey class numbers. However, I would like to go further and walk through the process of finding DDC numbers and how to build them using WebDewey, the online resource for accessing DDC. Since DDC is no longer published in print (as of June 2018), it is important that readers understand the basics of using WebDewey. End-of-chapter exercises let readers assess their learning. Chapter coverage is complete:1. Introduction2. Dewey Decimal Classification in a Nutshell3. Basic Principles of Classification (Exercises at the end of the chapter)4. Searching and Browsing in WebDewey (Exercises at the end of the chapter)5. Using Notes and the Manual (Exercises at the end of the chapter)6. Number Building in DDC (Exercises at the end of the chapter)7. Using Tables within the Schedules (Exercises at the end of the chapter)8. Advanced Class Number Building Using Table 1 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)9. Advanced Class Number Building Using Table 2 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)10. Advanced Class Number Building Using Tables 3-6 (Exercises at the end of the chapter)11. Conclusion; DDC ResourcesAppendix: Answers to chapter exercises

Here’s a resource that uses language non-catalogers can understand and provides hands-on, user-friendly training in LCSH. The book offers a brief history of LCSH, discusses basic principles of subject analysis, explains the key principles of LCSH, and details how to choose and apply LCSH subject headings and subheadings.

Here’s a resource that uses language non-catalogers can understand and provides hands-on, user-friendly training in LCSH. The book offers a brief history of LCSH, discusses basic principles of subject analysis, explains the key principles of LCSH, and details how to choose and apply LCSH subject headings and subheadings.

A Practical Guide to Library of Congress Classification is a hands-on introduction to LC Classification. The book examines each part of the LCC call number and how it is assembled and guides the reader through each step of finding and constructing LCC class numbers in Classification Web (the primary resource used to access LCC). Chapter coverage is complete: 1. Introduction 2. Library of Congress Classification in a Nutshell 3. Breaking Down the Library of Congress Call Number 4. Dates 5. Cutters 6. LCC in Classification Web 7. Basic LCC Call Number Building 8. Advanced Call Number Building 9. Classifying Fiction in LCC 10. Finding and using LCC Resources Exercises at the end of most chapters give readers immediate practice with what they just learned. Answers to the exercises are provided at the end of the book. By the end of the book readers will be able to build an LCC call number on their own.

A Practical Guide to Library of Congress Classification is a hands-on introduction to LC Classification. The book examines each part of the LCC call number and how it is assembled and guides the reader through each step of finding and constructing LCC class numbers in Classification Web (the primary resource used to access LCC). Chapter coverage is complete: 1. Introduction 2. Library of Congress Classification in a Nutshell 3. Breaking Down the Library of Congress Call Number 4. Dates 5. Cutters 6. LCC in Classification Web 7. Basic LCC Call Number Building 8. Advanced Call Number Building 9. Classifying Fiction in LCC 10. Finding and using LCC Resources Exercises at the end of most chapters give readers immediate practice with what they just learned. Answers to the exercises are provided at the end of the book. By the end of the book readers will be able to build an LCC call number on their own.