Technical Services: Resources
Resources and training for technical services
MARC
- MarcEditFree and excellent MARC editor. Can do A LOT more than edit MARC records.
- MARCThe Library of Congress' official MARC bibliographic information standards and explanation.
- OCLC Bibliographic Formats and StandardsLike the LOC resource, but specified to OCLC standards.
- MARC CountriesOfficial MARC codes for countries.
Cataloging with MARC, RDA, and Classification Systems by Publication Date: 2023This book goes over a wide range of cataloging schemata, tools, and norms. It presents a concise but thorough view of the basics of library cataloging practice.
RDA
- RDA ToolkitSubscription included from Amigos; requires license re-signing each year.
Classification
- Cutter GeneratorSimple Cutter-Sanborn generator. Website is in German, but it is simple enough that it does not hinder use.
- DDC TablesExtremely simple DDC tables. Does not contain explanations or details.
- LC to DeweyTable for basic LC to Dewey conversion. Does not include all LC numbers, and does not go into details.
Authority
- LOC Authority StandardsLike the MARC bibliographic standards.
OCLC-Specific Resources
- OCLC WorldShareNelson's home for OCLC cataloging, interlibrary loan, and collection manager/knowledge base. Preferred site for original cataloging.
- OCLC ConnexionUse only if WorldShare will not suffice.
- LHRDocumentation for creating Local Holdings Records.
Training
- WebJunctionFree library webinars/training sessions; contains more topics than just technical services.
- Cataloger's Reference ShelfFrom TLC. Site is ugly, but contains useful information.
- Librarians' ToolboxOCLC training resources