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Managing the Academic Library Cataloging Department in Changing Times: A State of the Art Bibliography

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Published in:ERIC, Resources in Education (RIE) (1998), p. 1-10
Main Author: Sibley, Brenda Parris
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Subjects:
Academic Libraries
Cataloging
Change
Continuing Education
Higher Education
Journal Articles
Leadership
Librarians
Library Automation
Library Catalogs
Library Development
Library Personnel
Library Technical Processes
Paraprofessional Personnel
Professional Development
Professional Personnel
Staff Role
Technological Advancement
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Abstract:This paper presents an annotated bibliography of articles that provide information on managing the academic library cataloging department. Topics include: hiring tests for technical services support staff; changing roles for professional, paraprofessional staff and support staff; motivating and rewarding cataloging staff; a study of entry level catalogers; education for cataloging; the role of training in the reorganization of cataloging services; changes in staffing, functions, workstation setup, and personnel; managing change; leadership in the electronic age; continuing education; role-blurring and staff development; recruiting skilled workers; effective supervision; team cataloging; training for an upgrade; value added trend implications for library leaders; job satisfaction among support staff; and impact of automation on job qualifications for catalogers and reference librarians. (AEF)
Source:ERIC