Cataloging | RDA | Knowledge and Information Management
This volume provides librarians and catalogers with practical approaches to reparative cataloging as well as a broader understanding of the topic and its place in the technical services landscape.
This is an essential read for anyone working with data who is looking to have cleaner and more accurate data in order to improve efficiency.
Reflecting the new modelling for serials introduced by IFLA’s Library Reference Model in the most recent revisions to RDA, this up-to-date resource is an important tool for day-to-day practice as well as a reference manual for unusual or difficult cases.
Addressing the growing need for innovation and automation in library cataloging systems, this book aims to teach readers how to build AI-powered cataloging apps using Power Apps. This complete guide offers a step-by-step journey to how cataloging processes can be modernized by using artificial intelligence, featuring the Royal Library of Belgium and the retrocatalography application as case studies. Focusing on creating inclusive bibliographic records, it will enable readers to train AI models and develop tools to improve efficiency and collection management. Chapters cover
- an introduction to cataloguing and metadata;
- getting started with the Power Platform ecosystem;
- integrating artificial intelligence; and
- building, deploying and maintaining the cataloging app.
Bringing together leading practitioners and academic voices, this book considers library catalog data as a research resource.
The concepts, practices, and benefits discussed in this book are transversal and international, offering readers the opportunity to create a new level of international cooperation which will enable them to share responsibility for the quality and maintenance of knowledge and information.
"Thoroughly researched ... Highly recommended."
— Technical Services Quarterly
"The book can prove to serve in a variety of educational and work-related contexts for many years to come."
— Technicalities
Named a 2017 Choice Outstanding Academic Title
Featuring biographies and key ideas of some of the outstanding figures in the field of knowledge organization from various disciplines such as sciences, philosophy, education, with an emphasis on library and information science.
Maxwell explains the changes to RDA: Resource Description and Access brought about by 3R, and brings his handbook fully in line with all the new developments.
"This is a valuable resource written by a very reputable author. All catalogers and library school students pursuing a career in cataloging should have access to it."
— Technical Services Quarterly
The only workbook created for the new RDA, this important tool will help readers at any level of experience develop and strengthen their understanding of RDA content and structure.