Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ405628
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1989
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Inter-Indexer Consistency in Subject Cataloging.
Chan, Lois Mai
Information Technology and Libraries, v8 n4 p349-58 Dec 1989
Presents a methodology for studying indexing consistency in MARC records and describes a project that examined such consistency in subject cataloging practice between non-LC libraries and the Library of Congress. Patterns of indexing inconsistency are identified and suggestions are made for improving inter-indexer consistency. (seven references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Indexing, Measurement Techniques, Research Methodology, Subject Index Terms, Tables (Data)
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Language: English
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