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FW: [ACAT] ALCTS webinar: Library of Congress Classification (LCC): Introduction
by Joanne Rowan 17 Aug '16

17 Aug '16

A webinar on LC classification, that could be of interest. Regards Joanne Rowan -----Original Message----- From: AUTOCAT [mailto:AUTOCAT@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of ALCTS-CE Announce Sent: Thursday, 18 August 2016 5:20 a.m. To: AUTOCAT(a)LISTSERV.SYR.EDU Subject: [ACAT] ALCTS webinar: Library of Congress Classification (LCC): Introduction *Apologies in advance for multiple postings.* ALCTS webinar: Library of Congress Classification (LCC): Introduction This session is part 1 of a 2-part series: - Library of Congress Classification (LCC): Introduction - Library of Congress Classification (LCC): Intermediate <http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/092116> Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2016 All webinars are one hour in length and begin at 11am Pacific, noon Mountain, 1pm Central, and 2pm Eastern time. Description: This session will briefly introduce the history of LC Classification (LCC) and the general principles of classification. Participants will be introduced to the Classification and Shelflisting Manual and learn how to make use of Classification Web, Authorities.loc.gov and the freely-available LCC schedules to select classification numbers. There will be special focus on the use of the LC Cutter table and when to use it. Learning outcomes: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to: * Describe the principles of classification * Select appropriate LCC class numbers based on the subject analysis of the resource * Construct appropriate Cutters for topics and authorized access points Who should attend? Catalogers and metadata librarians Presenter: Bobby Bothmann is metadata & emerging technologies librarian at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and professor in Library Services. Bobby catalogs books, electronic resources, and investigates new technologies. He holds an MLIS from the University of Wisconsin--Milwaukee and an MS in Geography & English Technical Communication from MSU Mankato. Bobby is also adjunct instructor for the Graduate School of Library and Information Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. ***************** Registration Fees: ALCTS Member: $43 Each ; $69 series (save $17) Non-member: $59 Each ; $95 series (save $23) Group rate (members): $99 ; $159 series (save $39) Group rate (non-members): $129 each ; $206 series (save $52) International: $43 each ; $69 series (save $17) For additional information and access to registration links, please go to the following website: http://www.ala.org/alcts/confevents/upcoming/webinar/090716 ALCTS webinars are recorded and registrants receive a link to the recording shortly following the live event. For questions about registration, contact ALA Registration by calling 1-800-545-2433 and press 5 or email registration(a)ala.org <about:blank>. For all other questions or comments related to the webinars, contact Julie Reese, ALCTS Events Manager at 1-800-545-2433, ext. 5034 or alctsce(a)ala.org. Posted on behalf of the ALCTS Continuing Education Committee. -- *********************************************************************** AUTOCAT quoting guide: http://www.cwu.edu/~dcc/Autocat/copyright.html E-mail AUTOCAT listowners: autocat-request(a)listserv.syr.edu Search AUTOCAT archives: http://listserv.syr.edu/archives/autocat.html By posting messages to AUTOCAT, the author does not cede copyright ***********************************************************************

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FW: Workshop Announcement
by Joanne Rowan 11 Aug '16

11 Aug '16

A couple of courses that might be of interest. Regards Joanne Rowan CatSIG Convenor c/o Serials Unit Libraries and Learning Services University of Auckland Private Bag 92019 Auckland Mail Centre Auckland 1142 New Zealand Phone: 649 3737 599 extn 87725 Fax: 649 3737 401 Email: jf.rowan(a)auckland.ac.nz -----Original Message----- From: AUTOCAT [mailto:AUTOCAT@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Bill Walker Sent: Friday, 12 August 2016 8:14 a.m. To: AUTOCAT(a)LISTSERV.SYR.EDU Subject: [ACAT] Workshop Announcement Please pardon duplication: Register now for these great training opportunities: RDA for Audio Recordings https://www.amigos.org/node/3243 August 31 - September 1, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Central Time RDA for Copy Catalogers https://www.amigos.org/node/3115 September 21 - 22, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Central Time Bill Bill Walker Metadata and Digitization Specialist Amigos Library Services 14400 Midway Road | Dallas, TX 75244-3509 800-843-8482 x 2853 | 972-340-2853 (direct) www.amigos.org<http://www.amigos.org> | walker(a)amigos.org<mailto:walker@amigos.org> Reimagining the ILS Online Conference September 15, 2016 Register<https://www.amigos.org/reimagining_the_ILS> -- *********************************************************************** AUTOCAT quoting guide: http://www.cwu.edu/~dcc/Autocat/copyright.html E-mail AUTOCAT listowners: autocat-request(a)listserv.syr.edu Search AUTOCAT archives: http://listserv.syr.edu/archives/autocat.html By posting messages to AUTOCAT, the author does not cede copyright ***********************************************************************

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16/276 Collection Description Librarian (National Library of New Zealand)
by Anoushka McGuire 03 Aug '16

03 Aug '16

Good afternoon all, I would like to draw your attention to the following opportunity at the National Library. Many thanks, Anoushka Type: 1 x Permanent/ 2 x Fixed Term Hours: Full time Location: Wellington Business Group: National Library Branch: Information and Knowledge Services Salary: $43,972 - $59,491 Are you interested in creating quality bibliographic metadata for New Zealand's heritage collections? The National Library of New Zealand sits within the Information and Knowledge Services branch of the Department of Internal Affairs. Our branch is all about connecting New Zealanders to trusted information. These roles sit within the Content Services directorate of the National Library. Content Services is responsible for acquiring and describing the published collections of the National Library of New Zealand, including the Alexander Turnbull Library, and creating and maintaining New Zealand's National Bibliography. As a Collection Description Librarian, you will make a big difference to how people access and use the published collections by creating high quality, accurate descriptions of resources. To succeed in these roles you will: * Have an understanding of the need for bibliographic description, subject analysis and authority control, and would relish the opportunity to develop skills in this area * Be curious, and unafraid to ask questions * Demonstrate an ability to analyse material and summarise content effectively * Be comfortable with technology and interested in how we can use it to help make the library's collections more discoverable * Have an enthusiasm for learning and be quick to pick up new skills * Enjoy problem solving and nutting things out * Have an eye for detail * Enjoy working in a team and developing strong peer relationships We have lots of music (popular and classical) to describe, so for one of the roles it would be great if you have a background in music, including reading music. In return you will be trained to create high quality bibliographic records using international standards, giving you a solid foundation for future work in the metadata space. You'll also get to work with the amazing range of collection items, both physical and digital, which come across our desks and be part of a great team of other cataloguers, indexers and collection development specialists. Qualifications: * A degree and a recognised library qualification, the minimum being the Level 5 Diploma in Information and Library Studies from the Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, OR * Professional Registration through LIANZA, OR * An equivalent combination of qualifications, training and experience, approved by the Director of Content Services. If you want to join a supportive team which is committed to excellence, we would very much like to hear from you. Applications close: 5PM, Sunday 14 August 2016 For more information please contact: Anoushka McGuire, Team Leader on 04 470 4524 or anoushka.mcguire(a)dia.govt.nz<mailto:anoushka.mcguire@dia.govt.nz> Job description: To review the full job description, please click here<http://www.bfound.net/Company/164-20160722163415.pdf> Anoushka McGuire | Team Leader, Cataloguing Team 1 National Library of New Zealand Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa Direct Dial: +64 4 470 4524 | www.natlib.govt.nz The National Library of New Zealand is part of the Department of Internal Affairs

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Cataloguers at Wheelers
by Fenella Gordon 02 Aug '16

02 Aug '16

Join the innovative team at Wheelers, a large New Zealand library supplier providing outsourced selection, cataloguing and processing services. We are seeking professionally qualified cataloguers for our growing business and we are offering attractive terms. Work is full-time or part-time and we offer genuinely flexible working hours including school hours and the potential to work some hours from home. Cataloguers at Wheelers are responsible for performing a variety of bibliographic duties in the customers Library Management Systems, including original cataloguing and bibliographic record upgrades of books and DVDs. Cataloguing is done according to national and international practices and standards (RDA, AACR2, MARC21, LCSH, LCNA and Dewey 23) as well as customer requirements. Cataloguers will function as part of a team of professionals and paraprofessionals to ensure that outgoing materials meet company standards in terms of quality, timeliness and quantity. At least 3 years recent cataloguing experience is preferred. Experience with original cataloguing would be an advantage but training will be provided. The pay rate is competitive, and will be commensurate with skills and experience. Wheelers is based on the North Shore of Auckland, just off the motorway in Glenfield. For a Job Description and/or any queries contact Fenella Gordon, Library Services Manager, at fenella(a)wheelers.co.nz or (09)4797979 ext. 204. Applications close 15 August 2016. Fenella Gordon BSc(Hons), DipLib Library Services Manager Wheelers www.eplatform.co www.wheelers.co.nz P +64 9 479 7979 EXT 204 F +64 9 479 7949 211 Wairau Rd, Glenfield PO Box 305404, Triton Plaza, Auckland 0757 fenella(a)wheelers.co.nz

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CatSIG Cataloguers Day and AGM October 2016
by Anoushka McGuire 25 Jul '16

25 Jul '16

Kia ora koutou katoa, CatSIG is hosting a Cataloguers Day on the 12th October at the University of Auckland, and we’d love you to join us! Where: University of Auckland, Kate Edgar Information Commons, room 420 When: Wednesday 12th October, 9am to 5pm Cost: $25.00 Registrations will open on the 22nd August and close on the 30th September. Event contact: catsigcommittee(a)gmail.com<mailto:catsigcommittee@gmail.com> Twitter: #CatSIG16 We are currently putting together an exciting draft program and so far the presentations include a mix of the practical and inspirational. From MARC to Linked Data, including Te Puna and the evolution of Cataloguers into Metadata Librarians, we have a wide range of topics that we hope will provide interest and provoke discussion. Watch this space for further information! Ngā mihi, The CatSIG committee Anoushka McGuire | Team Leader, Cataloguing Team 1 National Library of New Zealand Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa Direct Dial: +64 4 470 4524 | www.natlib.govt.nz The National Library of New Zealand is part of the Department of Internal Affairs

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FW: UKSG webinar 5 July - "Quo vadis? Getting there with linked data"
by Joanne Rowan 21 Jun '16

21 Jun '16

A few more details about the Linked data webinar to be run in July. Regards Joanne Rowan Serials extn 87725 -----Original Message----- From: Serials in Libraries Discussion Forum [mailto:SERIALST@LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG] On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Wednesday, 22 June 2016 1:53 a.m. To: SERIALST(a)LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG Subject: [SERIALST] UKSG webinar 5 July - "Quo vadis? Getting there with linked data" Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to invite you to July's free UKSG webinar: "Quo vadis? Getting there with linked data" http://www.uksg.org/webinars/linkeddata Date: Tuesday 5 July 2016 Time: 1300 BST (British Summer Time) Duration: 45 minutes including Q&A (up to 60 minutes maximum if there is sufficient demand for an extended Q&A) Speaker: Gordon Dunsire, Independent Consultant Overview: The application of linked data concepts and technologies promises great benefits for the retrieval and access of library and cultural heritage resources, but requires new ways of thinking by professionals and end-users. This presentation will use linked data examples from RDA: resource description and access. This is a free webinar and open to all. If you are interested, but unable to join the live event, please register anyway as a recording will be made available to all who register. For more information and to register, please visit http://www.uksg.org/webinars/linkeddata Feedback from June's Linked Data webinar: "UKSG webinars provide an excellent opportunity to keep informed about industry developments and to consider the direction of travel that might impact the strategy of your own organisation." - Phil Caisley, Portage Consulting; 94% of survey respondents would recommend June's Linked Data webinar. Thank you for your attention. This is the last webinar before the summer break so I do hope you can join us. Maria Maria Campbell Digital Communications Associate, UKSG E: maria(a)uksg.org UKSG on Twitter: @UKSG UKSG webinars: www.uksg.org/webinars and #UKSGwebinar 'UKSG Events' app: In the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or online at https://events.crowdcompass.com/uksgevents ############################ To unsubscribe from the SERIALST list: write to: mailto:SERIALST-SIGNOFF-REQUEST@LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG or click the following link: http://listserv.nasig.org/scripts/wa-NASIG.exe?SUBED1=SERIALST&A=1

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Latest issue of Catapult available
by Joanne Rowan 20 Jun '16

20 Jun '16

Hello, The latest issue of Catapult, the newsletter of the LIANZA Cataloguing Special Interest Group, is now available on DescribeNZ<http://describenz.squarespace.com/new-page-1>, under Training and & Professional Development*. Or, as a direct link: Catapult 90, June 2016<http://describenz.squarespace.com/s/Catapult-June-2016.pdf> We hope you enjoy this latest issue. Happy reading! Joanne Rowan Serials extn 87725

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Ngā Upoko Tukutuku, the Māori Subject Headings project Pipiri / June 2016 update
by Catherine Amey 16 Jun '16

16 Jun '16

Tēnā tātou katoa Ngā mihi o te tau hou ki a koutou! We are pleased to announce that Ngā Upoko Tukutuku, the Maori Subject Headings project has completed another upload of new kaupapa/terms, just in time for Matariki. These terms came from the work of Te Whakakaokao, the Māori Subject Headings Working Group, at a hui held in May 2016. There are 25 new terms that have been added to Ngā Upoko Tukutuku and are ready for use in library catalogues, and a number of changed terms. We welcome requests for new terms. Please don’t hesitate to send in requests, queries and suggestions to reo(a)dia.govt.nz<mailto:reo@dia.govt.nz%3cmailto:reo@dia.govt.nz> - Te Whakakaokao would love to hear from you. Ngā kaupapa hou / New terms •Hoe – Paddling, Rowing •Kanohi - Face •Kauti -Gout •Kēnge - Gangs •Korikori tinana – Exercise, Physical movement •Mahi tūtei - Surveillance •Mahi whakatuatea - Terrorism •Mātāpunenga - Encyclopaedias •Momotuhi - Fonts •Pākē – Rain capes •Pakipūmeka - Documentaries •Pao mīere - A Māori religious response to the opening up of the Rohe Pōtae (King Country). •Pikopiko – Shield ferns •Pikopiko (Kai) – Fern shoots •Poihau wera – Hot air balloons •Pūmanawa - Giftedness •Pūmua – Preceding particles •Pūmuri – Following particles •Rātaka – Journals, Diaries •Rongopai - Gospels •Tā tuhi - Printing •Taitōkai – Sexual abuse •Tokomatua - Groups •Tūhura - Exploration •Ture rēti whare – Tenancy law Te mahi whakahou / Changes to existing terms •The terms that describe groups of people have been revised and clarified. Two new terms have been added: Tokomatua, a general term for groups of any kind, and Kēnge, which can be used for gangsters, organised street or criminal groups. •The terms relating to Huruhuru whenua (Ferns) have been revised to distinguish between the species of Shield fern (Pikopiko), and Pikopiko (Kai), which refers to fern shoots used in cooking. •A new term has been added for Pūmanawa, or giftedness. • The definitions of the terms relating to the movement and migration of peoples have been clarified. Hekenga has been redefined to include both the migration of waka to New Zealand and the internal migrations of iwi or hapū, while the scope of Hūnuku has been clarified to refer to the migration or movement of Māori people in contemporary times within New Zealand, particularly to the big towns. A new term, Tūhura, has been created to describe physical, online and intellectual exploration. •The terms relating to printing, publishing and media have been expanded. Tā tuhi is used for printing, while Momotuhi describes fonts. A term for documentaries, Pakipūmeka, has been added, as have terms for Encyclopedias (Mātāpunenga) and Diaries (Rātaka). •New terms relating to Surveillance (Mahi tūtei) and Terrorism (Mahi whakatuatea) have been created. • We now have a term for Faces, Kanohi. We have also established the corresponding reo-ā-iwi term, Konohi, which is used by the iwi and hapū of Ngāi Tahu and Te Tai Rāwhiti. If you have any questions, or potential terms you want to suggest, please email reo(a)dia.govt.nz<mailto:reo@dia.govt.nz> Nā ngā kaimahi o Te Whakakaokao

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Reminder: Call for Presentations for Cataloguers Day in October
by Tamsyn Bayliss 14 Jun '16

14 Jun '16

*Apologies for cross posting* Good morning, Just a reminder for expressions of interest for this event. We have a preliminary date of Wednesday 12th October, and event will be held in Auckland. CatSIG is looking for expressions of interest in presenting at a Cataloguers Day we would like to hold in October around our AGM. Topics that came out of list years survey that people would like to hear more about are: * Are you a special format cataloguer, who would be interested in sharing you knowledge about cataloguing these resources using RDA? * Have you been involved in some research or a project around cataloguing or metadata you would like to share? * Would you like to share your experiences using different metadata formats? * Do you have experience managing data sets that would be useful to share with other cataloguers? * With the recent changes to a new library management systems by some libraries, here is an opportunity to share your experiences in cleaning up your data pre or post migration. Please let us know what other topics you would be interested is hearing about. Presentations can be either hands on workshops or seminars, with sessions being between half an hour to an hour in length. If you are interested in doing a presentation please email catsigcommittee(a)gmail.com<mailto:catsigcommittee@gmail.com> by 22 June with an abstract, and what BOK/s your presentation relations to. Kind regards, Tamsyn Tamsyn Bayliss | Cataloguing Librarian | Auckland War Memorial Museum | Tamaki Paenga Hira | The Domain, Private Bag 92018, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142, New Zealand | www.aucklandmuseum.com<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/> | M | P +64 9 309 0443 ext 7258 | F +64 9 379 9956 | E tbayliss(a)aucklandmuseum.com [cid:image001.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/>[cid:image002.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/whats-on/exhibitions/home-front> [cid:image003.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<https://www.facebook.com/AucklandMuseum?ref=hl>[cid:image004.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<https://instagram.com/aucklandmuseum/>[cid:image005.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<https://twitter.com/aucklandmuseum/>[cid:image006.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<https://www.youtube.com/user/aucklandmuseum>[cid:image007.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/war-memorial/online-cenotaph>[cid:image008.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/collections-research/collections>[cid:image009.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://store.aucklandmuseum.com/>[cid:image010.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/venue-hire>[cid:image011.jpg@01D1C6E0.6D5620B0]<http://www.aucklandmuseum.com/get-involved/donate-sponsor-support/make-a-do…> Auckland Museum Trust Board ("Auckland Museum") accepts no liability for any opinion contained in this email. The material in this email is confidential to the recipient named above. If you are not the intended recipient: please do not copy, use or disclose this communication; please notify us immediately by email or by telephone (64 9 309 0443) and then delete this email. Where this is a communication unrelated to the business of Auckland Museum, Auckland Museum does not accept any responsibility for its contents. ##################################################################################### This e-mail message has been scanned for Viruses and Content and cleared by MailMarshal #####################################################################################

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UKSG webinar 16 June - "Making Connections - Creating Linked Open Library Data"
by Joanne Rowan 01 Jun '16

01 Jun '16

Here is an interesting free webinar on linked data. Joanne Rowan -----Original Message----- From: Serials in Libraries Discussion Forum [mailto:SERIALST@LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG] On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Wednesday, 1 June 2016 9:30 p.m. To: SERIALST(a)LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG Subject: [SERIALST] UKSG webinar 16 June - "Making Connections - Creating Linked Open Library Data" Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to invite you to our next free UKSG webinar: "Making Connections - Creating Linked Open Library Data" http://www.uksg.org/webinars/linkedopenlibrarydata Date: Thursday 16 June 2016 Time: 1300 BST (British Summer Time) Duration: 45 minutes including Q&A (up to 60 minutes maximum if there is sufficient demand for an extended Q&A) Speaker: Neil Wilson, Head, Collection Metadata, The British Library Overview: - Why are libraries interested in offering linked data? - What are some of the basic concepts involved in linked data? - How can linked data be created from library MARC data? Join Neil Wilson to gain a better understanding of general linked and open data concepts, some of the benefits of linked data solutions and the practical issues involved. This is a free webinar and open to all. If you are interested, but unable to join the live event, please register anyway as a recording will be made available to all who register. For more information and to register, please visit http://www.uksg.org/webinars/linkedopenlibrarydata Feedback from May's second webinar: "The webinar environment was easy to use and effortless to set up. The presentation itself was exactly as advertised and very informative." - David Purdy, Canadian Research Knowledge Network; 93% of survey respondents would recommend May's webinar. Thank you for your attention. I hope you can join us. Maria Maria Campbell Digital Communications Associate, UKSG E: maria(a)uksg.org UKSG on Twitter: @UKSG UKSG webinars: www.uksg.org/webinars and #UKSGwebinar 'UKSG Events' app: In the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or online at https://events.crowdcompass.com/uksgevents ############################ To unsubscribe from the SERIALST list: write to: mailto:SERIALST-SIGNOFF-REQUEST@LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG or click the following link: http://listserv.nasig.org/scripts/wa-NASIG.exe?SUBED1=SERIALST&A=1

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