Acquisitions and Cataloguing
- Seeing Standards: A Visualization of the Metadata UniverseThis visual map of the metadata landscape is intended to assist planners with the selection and implementation of metadata standards.
- Dublin Core MetadataThe Dublin Core Metadata Initiative, or "DCMI", is an open organization supporting innovation in metadata design and best practices across the metadata ecology.
- Classification WebThe Library and Information Technician program subscribes to this database for student use. Please contact your instructor for login information.
- Classify“Classify” is an experimental classification web service. It is a helpful tool in determining classification numbers.
- CLASS PS8000: A Classification for Canadian LiteratureThe PS8000 schedule is based on the Library of Congress schedule for American literature in English (PS1-PS3576). PS8000 is uniquely different from the LC literature schedules in that it brings together all Canadian literature regardless of language. The Canadian schedule replaces the Library of Congress number ranges for English Canadian literature (PR9190 – PR9199.3) and French Canadian literature (PQ3900 – PQ3919.3), as well as Canadian literature that would fall into all of the other language groupings in the LC schedules.
- DDC 22 SummariesThe OCLC provides access to summaries at each level of the Dewey Decimal Classification system.
- Library of Congress AuthoritiesUsing Library of Congress Authorities, you can browse and view authority headings for Subject, Name, Title and Name/Title combinations; and download authority records in MARC format for use in a local library system. This service is offered free of charge.
- Library of Congress Classification OutlineThe main classes are listed here, and you can click on them to get a list of sub-classes.
- LOC Courses: Fundamentals of Library of Congress Classification (PDF)Descriptive information about each course, along with links for downloading the PDF version of the complete course materials.
- MeSH: Medical Subject HeadingsMeSH is the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus.
- OCLC Bibliographic Formats & StandardsBibliographic Formats and Standards is a guide to the structure, coding practices, and input standards used in bibliographic records in the WorldCat database. It provides definitions, guidelines, and examples for entering information into WorldCat.
- WebDeweyWebDewey is the easiest way to use the Dewey Decimal Classification® (DDC) system. It includes all content from the print edition plus additional features. Requires a subscription, 30-day free trial period available.
- Libraries for all: how to start and run a basic librarySource: UNESCO Digital Library
This article describes the steps to take when developing and running a small library.
Description & Access
- Library of Congress: Descriptive Cataloguing using RDAThe table below contains the training materials for “Descriptive Cataloguing Using RDA,” a 9-module curriculum created by the Cooperative and Instructional Programs Division (COIN) at the Library of Congress. The curriculum targets novice and beginning catalogers with little education or experience in cataloging.
- Library of Congress: RDA RefreshersThe topics listed below are addressed by using ‘performance support’ – job aids, clarifications of policies, optional ‘test-yourself’ online quizzes, etc.
- Cataloger's Reference ShelfThe Cataloger's Reference Shelf provides access to a variety of cataloging tools all in one place.
- MARC 21 Format for Bibliographic DataMachine-Readable Cataloguing or MARC coding is the mechanism by which computers exchange, use and interpret bibliographic data.
Young Readers
- Candlewick Press PresentsAn audio podcast about the storytellers behind your favorite children’s books.
- Diverse Book FinderThe Diverse BookFinder is a comprehensive collection of children's picture books featuring Black and Indigenous people and People of Color (BIPOC).
- Fun Kids Book WormsThis podcast introduces listeners to new authors and illustrators of children’s books.
- Publishers Weekly PW KidsCastA podcast that includes interviews with children's and YA authors conducted by Publishers Weekly children's editor Emma Kantor.
- Adventures in YAA young adult literature podcast.
- First Draft with Sarah EnniPodcast
- NYPL Blog - Youth ServicesNot sure what to read next? The New York Public Library's research collections with posts written by our librarians, curators, and staff. And discover the diverse array of programs, resources, services, and materials offered by NYPL.
- Resources & Tools - Young Adult Library Services AssociationA collection of guidelines, professional tools, publications and products to aid librarians, library workers and libraries in better understanding the components of an excellent teen services program.