Subject Indexing Course
Gain expertise in subject indexing for public libraries. Master practical processes, controlled vocabularies, ethical labeling for diverse audiences, and accessible tags to improve discovery of books, media, and digital resources, enhancing search experiences for all library users.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Subject Indexing Course provides hands-on, step-by-step techniques to evaluate content, select precise subjects, and create efficient tags for books, videos, websites, and community history items. You will master controlled vocabularies alongside simple keywords, incorporate fair and inclusive terms, optimize work processes, sidestep typical mistakes, and enhance resource findability through precise, uniform indexing choices.
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Develop skills
- Quick subject analysis: rapidly identify topic, audience, location, time, and format.
- Effective use of LCSH and Sears: assign accurate, uniform headings swiftly.
- User-oriented tagging: create keywords and folksonomies to enhance findability.
- Ethical indexing practices: manage sensitive subjects with respect, inclusion, and privacy.
- Multi-format indexing: tailor books, videos, and online resources for better search results.
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