A Cataloger’s Perspective on Cataloging Backlogs

Abstract

Backlogs in cataloging are an unpleasant fact for many library technical service departments. While backlogs may be strategic in nature and smooth out the workflow from acquisitions to cataloging, many are simply uncataloged gifts, unfinished retrospective conversion projects, or low-priority uncataloged collections—all waiting to be addressed when everything else is caught up. Catalogers are often stereotyped as perfectionists; in reality, the nature of our work requires us to be very pragmatic. By substituting a less than full record, progress on reducing backlogs is possible.     

When Good Enough Is Not Good Enough: Resolving Cataloging Issues for High Density Storage

This article identifies issues with cataloging backlogs and quality control, particularly relating to the subsequent ingest of content into library high density storage. Results of a pilot project at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are used to demonstrate the high cost of retroactively addressing cataloging concerns, and how not addressing them contributes to issues in discovery and access. Changes in local cataloging standards, and criteria for how to assess a cost/benefit ratio for quality cataloging are also discussed.     

The Cataloging Advisory Group

Abstract

Communication of public catalog issues throughout the University of Alabama Libraries has been and still is a major concern of the cataloging department. Many cataloging department heads hold the firm belief that improved user access to the libraries' collections can be provided through an improvement in the communication patterns between several key departments of the libraries and the catalog department. Through the input of a group of public service and collection development librarians, the department should be able to assess the time priorities for materials processing, resulting in a greater degree of probability that useful backlogs would be made accessible with a minimum of delay. As a cataloging department head, it is also my belief that a discussion of the cataloging process and the concerns of the catalogers could lead to more consistent and more efficient processing of materials. In November 1993 the Cataloging Advisory Group was formed as a one-year experiment in communication. Since that time the group has gone through numerous changes in both membership and charge but has continued to be one of the stronger discussion groups in the UA Libraries. The paper explores the group and its successes and failures during its six-year history.     

Defining,Assessing, and Rethinking Quality Cataloging

Definitions of “quality cataloging” may differ from cataloger to cataloger and from institution to institution. If an objective definition of quality is elusive, how can an institution assess the quality of cataloging work? This article discusses definitions of quality cataloging in the literature and different ways it has been evaluated and measured. Academic library catalogers' perceptions of quality cataloging will also be explored, as well as how these perceptions are formed. The article concludes by suggesting ways cataloging departments can approach the creation and evaluation of quality cataloging in an ethical manner.     

Map Cataloging,from Basics to Beyond: An Interview with Paige G. Andrew

Paige G. Andrew discusses his career in map cataloging and his work in cooperative cataloging programs and standards development. Topics covered include map cataloging, cooperative cataloging, scholarship and publishing in the field of map and geography librarianship, service to the profession, implementation of RDA, map cataloging workshops, and mentoring.     

印前编目与在版编目、联合编目的区别与联系

印前编目与在版编目（CIP）和联合编目既有区别又有联系。通过对三者的比较分析发现,印前编目、在版编目和联合编目在编目机构、编目主体、编目对象、编目时间、编目目的、编目用途方面存在区别;而印前编目与CIP和联合编目之间的联系则更多地表现在印前编目对CIP时效性的继承、对联合编目联合性的发展及在前两者的基础上引入专业分工理念的创新。     

Examination of Cataloging Assessment Values Using the Q Sort Method

The intent of this project was to identify whether there is a gap between catalogers’ personal values related to cataloging assessment and their perceptions of their institutions’ values. This article uses Q methodology to contrast those perspectives. The Q-statements for this study were based on the discourse represented in a literature review of articles related to cataloging assessment. A factor analysis of Q-sorts was used to identify themes in participant perceptions. The patterns identified support the research question, while also suggesting that consensus may be built around the ideas of usability, service, and access.     

我国联机编目的现状研究

从现有技术条件、现有法律法规和实施状况等三个方面综述了我国联机编目的现状,主要以我国目前已建成的两大联机编目系统为例,即国家图书馆联机编目中心和中国高等教育文献保障中心联机编目系统,以期对我国今后联机编目的发展有所借鉴。     

“印前编目”的设想及可行性分析

基于国内在版编目和图书编目的现状,本着优势互补的思想对图书进行"印前编目",可以消除重复编目,保障编目质量,优化编目资源,达成多方共赢,其技术可行,制度可行,且具有人力资源保障。     

Cooperative e-Book Cataloging in the OhioLINK Library Consortium

Since 2004, members of OhioLINK's Database Management and Standards Committee have worked together to produce and distribute bibliographic records for over 44,000 electronic books. Using historical evidence, as well as the personal experience of key personnel, this article examines the ways in which division of labor, cataloging standards, and procedures are negotiated within the consortium. Two case studies illustrate the ways in which cooperative e-book cataloging projects are created, developed, and adapted in response to changing circumstances. Challenges to current practices are discussed, and recommendations are offered to other libraries and consortia preparing to embark on cooperative cataloging projects.     

印前编目知识共享管理研究

基于图书编目工作性质及编目员须具备较强业务技能和渊博知识情况的分析,结合印前编目强调及时编目的特性,指出印前编目知识共享的必要性;分析印前编目网络编目系统为知识共享提供的便利条件;详细论述印前编目知识共享的类型:背景知识、学科体系知识、业务知识和影响编目的综合知识;最后,探讨印前编目知识共享的方法和意义。     

“Insourcing” of Cataloging in a Consortial Environment: The UC Santa Barbara–UC San Diego Music Copy Cataloging Project

A collaborative cataloging project for music sound recordings between two University of California campuses matches available staffing at UC San Diego with the need for better access to a high-priority collection of audio CDs at UC Santa Barbara, with promising results. This article discusses the decision to collaborate, the project planning process, cataloging standards and workflow issues, network level cataloging within an international database (OCLC), communication between personnel on the two campuses, managing cataloging review, an assessment of the project's achievements to date, and implications and future directions for similar cooperative projects.     

编目工作的完整性

对《中国文献编目规则(第二版)》在国家图书馆中文编目施行一年以来所发生的新情况进行了分析,提出加强中文著录、标引与名称规范联系的必要性,强调编目完整性的重要性,同时对编目专业化与一体化发表了观点。     

网上套录编目探析

试图就网上套录编目中的若干问题探析，希望有助于提高编目质量。     

LIBSYS5.0下图书编目数据源的分析与检索

图书馆自动化与网络化的迅速发展带来了编目数据源的多样化,图书编目数据源按利用率分为原始数据源和二次数据源,二次数据源又包括本地数据源、书商数据源、在版编目数据源、OPAC数据源以及联机联合编目数据源。在LIBSYS 5.0编目系统中,原始数据源是基础,联机联合编目数据源是主体,书商数据源和本地数据源是补充,其他数据源是参考,各种数据源在检索和应用中有其自身特点又相互关联。中国OCLC建成后将成为我国最大的编目数据源。     

“There was Sex but no Sexuality*:” Critical Cataloging and the Classification of Asexuality in LCSH

Abstract

This paper examines the addition of “asexuality” to the Library of Congress Subject Headings as a case study from which to examine the critical cataloging movement. Beginning with a review of some of the theoretical and practical issues around subject access for minoritized and marginalized sexualities, this paper then contextualizes, historicizes, and introduces the critical cataloging movement to the literature, situating it within a larger and longer history of radical cataloging. It will define critical cataloging as a social justice-oriented style of radical cataloging that places an emphasis on radical empathy, outreach work, and recognizes the importance of information maintenance and care. This paper introduces the concept of “catalogic warrant” to characterize the process of “reading” the catalog to examine the harm or benefit of terms on users and the wider library community.     

The Impact of AACR2 on Cataloging in Chinese Libraries

This article provides a brief overview of the characteristics of catalog systems as well as the development of Western language material cataloging in Chinese libraries. On the basis of historical overview and analysis, the authors discuss the impact of AACR2 on Chinese libraries and conclude that the Western language material cataloging in Chinese libraries belongs in the Anglo-American system. It is also suggested that a positive attitude should be taken by Chinese librarians on the research and development of AACR2 to suit the Chinese situation in order to achieve a good advanced step.     

现代编目工作中数据套录问题

编目数据套录是图书馆现代编目工作中普通的一种方式，但是在套录外来数据的过程中存在着一些问题。本从分析问题的基础上，提出了解决这些问题的一些措施，以求提高套录编目的质量。     

跨行业编目共享及其运作研究

跨行业编目共享是图书编目发展的必然趋势。目前,出版社、书商、图书馆对图书的分别编目导致了编目工作重复,造成了经济成本与人力成本的浪费。因此,出版社、书商、图书馆及用户应协力共建全国性跨行业书目数据网,各司其职,按统一的编目标准或数据兼容格式逐步完善、补充书目数据。     

Analyzing Cataloging Job Descriptions: Are Cataloging Jobs Disappearing,Changing, or Merging?

Abstract

To determine the state of the cataloging job market, this study compares job advertisements from August 2016-August 2018 advertising for jobs with cataloging in the title, metadata in the title, and cataloging and metadata in the title. Given ongoing concerns about the impact of metadata jobs on the cataloging job market, this study asks the questions: Are cataloging jobs in fact “disappearing” and becoming metadata jobs? Are entry-level jobs disappearing, perhaps contributing to the idea that there is a lack of qualified catalogers? Is there a difference in position level between cataloging and metadata job advertisements that can account for a lack or perceived lack of available cataloging jobs? Are there more entry-level or mid/supervisory positions advertised? Are cataloging and metadata jobs really separate, or should they be considered one position called cataloging and metadata?