Copy Cataloging on OCLC

Course description

This full-day, hands-on course provides an introduction to copy cataloging using OCLC's Connexion Client.  This course will cover general principles of copy cataloging, provide an introduction to MARC records, and explain techniques for searching and navigating search results in OCLC's WorldCat, as well as selecting the best matching bibliographic record.  Students will also learn about editing records, creating and applying constant data, updating holdings, and exporting records for local use.

Topics covered include

• Principles of cooperation using OCLC's WorldCat
• MARC records and cataloging input levels
• Introduction to Connexion Client and customizing the interface
• Searching and navigating search results in Connexion Client
• Editing existing records
• Working with constant data
• Updating holdings, producing labels and exporting records

Course details

Course: O 401

Duration: 1 Day

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