INTRODUCTION TO SUBJECT ANALYSIS IN AN AUTOMATED ENVIRONMENT
Subject Cataloging
Is Subject Access Easier or Harder in an Online Catalog?
Controlled Vocabulary (LCSH or Sears) versus Uncontrolled Vocabulary (keyword searching)
Functions of a Controlled Vocabulary
Advantages of Vocabulary Control
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Historical Development of LCSH
Factors in our Subject Heading System
Uniform and Unique Headings
Specific and Direct Entry
Alphabetico-classified Arrangement
Consistent and Current Terminology
Cross-References
Using LCSH
Other LC Publications
LC Subject Cataloging Manual
Scope of LCSH
Omitted Terms
Practical Application
Subdivisions
Examples of Geographic Subdivision
Exceptions
Latest Name
Period Subdivisions
Children’s Materials
Creation of AC Subject Headings
“Special” AC Headings
LCSH and AC Comparison
MARC Coding
600 -- Personal Name
600 (Continued)
600 Examples
610 -- Corporate Name
610 (Continued)
610 Examples
650 -- Topical Term
651 -- Geographic Names
651 Examples
Subject Cataloging Strategies
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