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Library Classification Components

The various elements that make up a library classification system, including notation, schedules, main classes, devices for synthesis, and revision machinery, which work together to provide a comprehensive and organized system for categorizing and retrieving library materials

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Library classification is a vital process that organizes materials in libraries, making it easier for users to find and access information. It involves various components, including classification schemes, call numbers, and subject headings, which work together to create a structured environment for...

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Library Classification
The systematic arrangement of library materials.

Example: Books are classified by subject to make them easier to find.

Dewey Decimal System
A classification system that organizes books by subject using a three-digit number.

Example: Books on history might be classified under 900.

Library of Congress Classification
A classification system used by many academic libraries, using letters and numbers.

Example: Books on literature are classified under 'P'.

Call Number
A unique identifier assigned to each item in a library.

Example: The call number for a book might be 'FIC ROW'.

Subject Headings
Standardized terms used to describe the content of materials.

Example: A book on gardening might have the subject heading 'Gardening'.

Cataloging
The process of creating a record for each library item.

Example: Cataloging includes adding title, author, and subject information.

Related Topics

Information Retrieval
The process of obtaining information from a large repository.
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Digital Libraries
Libraries that provide access to digital resources.
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Metadata Standards
Guidelines for creating and managing metadata.
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Key Concepts

Classification SchemesCall NumbersSubject HeadingsCataloging