Use the following objectives to check your learning as you proceed through the class:
Understand the MARC record specifications for vendors.
Understand the cataloging record structure.
Learn best practices for assigning call numbers.
Discover available INFOhio Item Groups and Material Types.
Print barcodes and spine labels using a report template.
In this class, you will work through several lessons to learn more about how and why we catalog the way we do. Below is a description of each lesson and an estimate of the amount of time it may take to complete each one.
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Getting Started
Welcome to the Introduction to Cataloging Class: Review the class objectives and overview. 5 minutes
Introduction to Cataloging
INFOhio Vendor Spec Sheet: Use (in collaboration with your INFOhio Provider) to supply vendors with your cataloging information. 10 minutes
Cataloging Record Structure: Learn how a record is constructed. 10 minutes
Assigning Call Numbers: Learn more about how to create and assign a call number. 10 minutes
INFOhio Item Groups and Material Types: Find out what item groups and material types are available to be used when cataloging. 10 minutes
Printing Barcode and Spine Labels: Learn how to run reports to generate barcode and spine labels. 10 minutes
Checking your Learning
Contact Hour Quiz and Certificate: Take a quiz to earn a certificate for 1 contact hour. 5 minutes
If you need any help while you complete the course, please contact us at support.infohio.org.
