A Brief Survey of ARL Libraries' Cataloging of Instructional Materials

In the Fall of 1991. the Original Cataloging Unit of The LSU Libraries conducted a survey of ARL Libraries to deter- mine the current policies of academic libraries regarding cataloging and classification of audiovisual materials. Audiovisual materials including kits, teacher manuals, workbooks and a variety of mixed formats provide unique problems for both the librarian and cataloger . . alike. - Of.the 95 libraries contacted, 75 responded. Results indicated a wide variety of policies, not only in the cataloging and classification of these materials, but also in shelving and location. With no ap ar- ent standard, most libraries have devised their own plan to meet eir needs. tR