ABLE 6 - Introduction to Subject Headings
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Format: Self-paced Course
Developed by: the Idaho Commission for Libraries
Length: 3 hours
Course Objectives
In this unit, you will learn about:
- Purpose of subject headings
- How subject heading lists are organized
- Terminology for Library of Congress Subject Headings
- Different types and forms of subject headings
- How subdivisions are used in subject headings
- How to use Library of Congress Subject Headings list to assign subject headings
- How and where to place subject headings in the cataloging record
- Additional access points to include in a cataloging record
Important Notes:
1) A Certificate of Completion for this course is provided by the Idaho Commission for Libraries.
2) User registration data for all ABLE courses is provided to the Idaho Commission for Libraries so they can track user progress.
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