Cataloging
Minitex News articles tagged with "Cataloging" (54):
Cataloging sessions at ALA Midwinter 2019
The Midwinter Meeting of the American Library Association is coming up January 25-29, so we've rounded up some sessions related to cataloging that might be of interest.
RDA in a day at Viking Library System
On a recent December day, Lizzy Baus delivered a day-long training to Viking Library System staff in Fergus Falls, MN. The day's material was called "Bridging the Gap: AACR2 to RDA," and the purpose was to help the staff with their upcoming transition to the current cataloging standard known as Resource Description and Access (RDA).
New cataloging client: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
The Minitex Contract Cataloging Program has a new client: the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency! We recently performed original cataloging for items detailing specifications and uses for various kinds of containment tanks. Leslie Hunter-Larson, MPCA's Librarian, says that her experience has been "easy and seamless," and she plans to continue sending materials to us for original cataloging.
OCLC Connexion Client Module 4: Save Files, File Management, and Batch Processing
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides instruction on using Connexion Client to perform high volumes of searches and record actions using the efficiency of batch processing, including the use and management of Save Files. After completing this web-based training, learners will know how to use Connexion’s file management tools to manage online and local save files effectively, will be able to enter multiple search keys and record actions, process batches, and perform batch actions by OCLC number.
OCLC Connexion Client Module 2: Basic Bibliographic Searching
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides instruction on performing basic bibliographic searches using OCLC’s Connexion Client cataloging software. After completing this web-based training, learners will be able to conduct basic searches for bibliographic records in WorldCat, and evaluate whether a given record matches the item to be cataloged. This is the second part of a three module series designed to enable basic copy cataloging work in Connexion Client.
OCLC Connexion Client Module 1: WorldCat, MARC, and Client Basics
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides basic information about the WorldCat bibliographic database and the MARC record format. It also provides an introduction to the program interface, as well as instruction on how to set up and navigate the Connexion Client program. After completing this web-based training, learners will be prepared to read basic MARC records, set up Connexion Client on their workstation, and successfully enter commands via the program’s various input methods.
Minitex Contract Cataloging Program seeks feedback
The Minitex Contract Cataloging Program is undergoing some assessment, and we would appreciate your feedback! Please respond to the brief survey we have prepared to let us know if/how you use the program. The survey asks about your knowledge, use, and opinion of the Minitex Contract Cataloging Program and should take no more than 15 minutes of your time. You may keep your responses anonymous.
Connexion Client Module 4: Save Files, File Management, and Batch Processing
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides instruction on using Connexion Client to perform high volumes of searches and record actions using the efficiency of batch processing, including the use and management of Save Files. After completing this web-based training, learners will know how to use Connexion’s file management tools to manage online and local save files effectively, will be able to enter multiple search keys and record actions, process batches, and perform batch actions by OCLC number.
Connexion Client Module 2: Basic Bibliographic Searching
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides instruction on performing basic bibliographic searches using OCLC’s Connexion Client cataloging software. After completing this web-based training, learners will be able to conduct basic searches for bibliographic records in WorldCat, and evaluate whether a given record matches the item to be cataloged. This is the second part of a three module series designed to enable basic copy cataloging work in Connexion Client.
Connexion Client Module 1: WorldCat, MARC, and Client Basics
Presented by Lizzy Baus (Minitex), this online module provides basic information about the WorldCat bibliographic database and the MARC record format. It also provides an introduction to the program interface, as well as instruction on how to set up and navigate the Connexion Client program. After completing this web-based training, learners will be prepared to read basic MARC records, set up Connexion Client on their workstation, and successfully enter commands via the program’s various input methods.