Cataloging Course
This course delivers hands-on training in MARC 21, RDA, DDC, and LCSH for cataloging print books, e-books, and media items effectively. Participants learn to manage transliteration, parallel titles, subject assignments, and local policies to ensure consistent, discoverable records that enhance library operations in any setting.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in MARC 21, RDA, DDC, and LCSH to create precise records for books, e-books, and other materials. Master call number selection, subject headings, multilingual handling, MARC conversions, local policy documentation, and template creation for better library discovery and efficiency.
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Develop skills
- Map MARC data to simple text displays for staff use.
- Apply RDA, DDC, and LCSH rules quickly to catalog items.
- Catalog multilingual items with transliteration and codes.
- Assign subjects using DDC and LCSH with clear reasoning.
- Develop local policies, templates, and checks for consistency.
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