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FW: Announcement about LC Working Group Report
by Ksenija Obradovic 30 Oct '07

30 Oct '07

-----Original Message----- From: AUTOCAT [mailto:AUTOCAT@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Janet Hill Sent: Wednesday, 31 October 2007 8:49 a.m. To: AUTOCAT(a)LISTSERV.SYR.EDU Subject: Announcement about LC Working Group Report I've been asked to forward this to any lists I might be a member of. = Feel free to forward it beyond AUTOCAT. janet NEWS FROM LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 101 Independence Avenue SE Washington, DC 20540 Phone: (202) 707-2905 Fax: (202) 707-9199 Email: pao(a)loc.gov October 30, 2007 Press contact: John Sayers (202) 707-9216; jsay(a)loc.gov Public contact: = Beth Davis-Brown (202) 707-3301, bbro(a)loc.gov WORKING GROUP ON THE FUTURE OF BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL TO PRESENT DRAFT = REPORT ON NOV. 13 In November 2006, Deanna Marcum, associate librarian for Library = Services at the Library of Congress, convened a Working Group on the Future of Bibliographic Control to examine the future of bibliographic description = in the 21st century in light of advances in search engine technology, the popularity of the Internet and the influx of electronic information resources. After a year of careful and comprehensive study, the group will present = its draft report to Library of Congress managers and staff in the Coolidge Auditorium at 1:30 pm EST on Nov. 13. A live webcast will allow = librarians around the country to view the presentation, and a comment period on the draft report will open immediately following the presentation and last = until Dec. 15, 2007. During the past 12 months at three regional group meetings in Mountain = View, Calif.; Chicago; and Washington, D.C., invited panelists delivered presentations on various aspects of bibliographic control, and audience members responded with both oral and written comments. The Working Group members have collaborated throughout the year to shape the public = meetings and to discuss their ultimate recommendations to the Library of = Congress. I have been very pleased with the progress of the group and the = diligence with which they have gone about writing the report," Marcum said. "The = three regional meetings gave them much material to consider, and they have = already received a number of comments from members of the library community. I = thank them all for their dedication, and I eagerly anticipate their findings = and recommendations. Information on the Working Group and its findings is available at www.loc.gov/bibliographic-future/. The webcast will be available from = that address on November 13. Members of the Working Group on the Future of Bibliographic Control, and Organizations Represented Chair: Jos-Marie Griffiths of the School of Information and Library Science (SILS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill American Association of Law Libraries: Richard Amelung American Library Association: Janet Swan Hill, Diane Dates Casey, Sally G. Smit Association of Research Libraries: Brian E.C. Schottlaender, Olivia M.A. Madison (Working Group co-chair), Judith Nadler Coalition for Networked Information: Clifford A. Lynch Google: Daniel Clancy Medical Library Association: Diane Boehr Microsoft Corporation: Jay Girotto National Federation of Abstracting & Indexing Services: Christopher Cole OCLC: Lorcan Dempsey Program for Cooperative Cataloging: Robert Wolven Special Libraries Association: John Latham The Library of Congress is the worlds preeminent reservoir of knowledge, providing unparalleled integrated resources to Congress and the American people. Founded in 1800, the Library seeks to spark the publics = imagination and celebrate human achievement through its programs and exhibits. In = doing so, the Library helps foster the informed and involved citizenry upon = which American democracy depends. Today, the Library serves the public, = scholars, Members of Congress and their staffall of whom seek information, understanding and inspiration. 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OCLC service update
by Janess Stewart 30 Oct '07

30 Oct '07

The National Library is pleased to advise progress in two areas of OCLC service enhancment to subscribers. * FirstSearch users have reported receiving the Error message: “The number of simultaneous users for this authorization has been exceeded”. National Library confirms that Te Puna subscribing libraries are entitled to unlimited usage of FirstSearch base package. We have contacted OCLC about this and are pleased to let you know that this message will no longer appear on your screens. If you find otherwise please contact us. * The daily data synchcronisation between National Library and OCLC is now well underway. While National Library has received and loaded holdings and records from those libraries choosing to use OCLC Connexion software since 1 July 2007, we were unable to send daily files of records and holdings from Te Puna until the National Union Catalogue was loaded to WorldCat. This work was recently completed, so now irrespective of whether your cataloguing preference is direct to OCLC or direct to Te Puna, a holding and/or record will be reflected on both systems. Digital Solutions National Library of New Zealand P.O. Box 1467 Wellington 6140 Email: ruth.miller(a)natlib.govt.nz Telephone: +64 4 474 3089 Mobile: 021 540 978 Read latest Te Puna news at http://subscribers.natlib.govt.nz/ This e-mail is intended for the addressee only and may contain information which is subject to legal privilege. The contents are not necessarily the official view or communication of the National Library of New Zealand. If you are not the intended recipient you must not use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail or any information in, or attached to it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please contact the sender immediately or return the original message to the National Library by e-mail, and destroy any copies. The National Library does not accept any liability for changes made to this e-mail or attachments after sending. All e-mails have been scanned for viruses and content by security software. The National Library reserves the right to monitor all e-mail communications through its network.

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Chanmge of email
by Jim Benzoni 25 Oct '07

25 Oct '07

>From next week my email will be <jimben1943(a)hotmail.com> Please make the necessary change to the listserv. Thanks. Jim Benzoni ________________ Jim Benzoni Cataloguing Librarian (Projects) The Library University of Waikato Private Bag 3105 Hamilton Phone (07)-838-4466 ext. 8627

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FW: [NZ-Libs] Vacancy (Huntly Waikato) Systems Librarian
by Staincliffe, Paul 16 Oct '07

16 Oct '07

Colleagues Huntly seems to be having a few problems filling this vacancy, it has been advertised a number of times.... Regards Paul -----Original Message----- From: nz-libs-bounces(a)lists.vuw.ac.nz [mailto:nz-libs-bounces@lists.vuw.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Rosemary Marshall Sent: Tuesday, 16 October 2007 4:44 p.m. To: NZ-Libs (E-mail) Subject: [NZ-Libs] Vacancy (Huntly Waikato) Systems Librarian We work a little differently here. You are encouraged to have fun and enjoy yourself while still getting the work done. We live work-life balance everyday. If you would like to do that then send your application to us. Systems Librarian Your key responsibilities will include: * Library management system administration * Customer service * Acquisitions database management * Marc 21 cataloguing * Managing the library during District Managers absence Based in Huntly and reporting to the District Librarian this position requires you to have: * A relevant library studies tertiary or post graduate qualification * Minimum of one years experience in library systems administration * Sound knowledge of library operations and procedures * Proven aptitude for reference and information work * Competent use of word processing and spreadsheet software If this sounds like you email your CV and covering letter to recruit(a)waidc.govt.nz <mailto:recruit@waidc.govt.nz> or call Human Resources on 07 824 8633. Applications close on Monday 5 November 2007. _______________________________________________ NZ-Libs mailing list Send postings to NZ-Libs(a)lists.vuw.ac.nz Messages to nz-libs-bounces(a)lists.vuw.ac.nz will NOT be read by a human being! More info (including unsubscribe) at http://lists.vuw.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/nz-libs ======================================================================= Attention: The information contained in this message and/or attachments from AgResearch Limited is intended only for the persons or entities to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipients is prohibited by AgResearch Limited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately. =======================================================================

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Synchronisation of holdings on Te Puna and OCLC WorldCat: a Progress Report
by Janess Stewart 04 Oct '07

04 Oct '07

Synchronisation of holdings on Te Puna and OCLC WorldCat: a Progress Report (message also posted on Te Puna-L) 4 Oct 2007 The National Library is pleased to report that over the last week significant progress has been made in reaching the agreed ideal of a daily exchange of data between the National Library and OCLC. What has happened already? The National Union Catalogue was loaded to WorldCat in June 2007. As a consequence, New Zealand library holdings are visible either via WorldCat or google searches. While that was an excellent first step, both parties had anticipated that by now there would be complete synchronisation of information in the two databases. What happened to cause the delay? Of that first load, OCLC wished to look further at 116,330 unresolved bibliographic records that have delayed the Te Puna gap load to WorldCat (i.e. records and holdings from July 2007 to date). OCLC has worked with these records to improve the match/load process and late last week reported that 107,,600 had been loaded : the remainder will follow shortly. Once this is done the gap load to WorldCat will take place and from that point on we will be able to exchange data on a daily basis: the target we are both working towards. We acknowledge that this delay may have caused a disruption to preferred workflows in some libraries, so look forward to having the situation resolved. Those libraries that have reported their records/holdings directly to WorldCat will be pleased to hear that daily loads to Te Puna have been in place since 1 July this year. Digital Solutions National Library of New Zealand P.O. Box 1467 Wellington 6140 Email: tepuna(a)natlib.govt.nz Telephone: +64 4 474 3089 Mobile: 021 540 978 Read latest Te Puna news at http://subscribers.natlib.govt.nz/ This e-mail is intended for the addressee only and may contain information which is subject to legal privilege. The contents are not necessarily the official view or communication of the National Library of New Zealand. If you are not the intended recipient you must not use, disclose, copy or distribute this e-mail or any information in, or attached to it. If you have received this e-mail in error, please contact the sender immediately or return the original message to the National Library by e-mail, and destroy any copies. The National Library does not accept any liability for changes made to this e-mail or attachments after sending. All e-mails have been scanned for viruses and content by security software. The National Library reserves the right to monitor all e-mail communications through its network.

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FW: [aliaCATLIBS] DDC Editorial Policy November Meeting Exhibits
by Ksenija Obradovic 24 Sep '07

24 Sep '07

-----Original Message----- From: aliacatlibs-bounces(a)lists.alia.org.au [mailto:aliacatlibs-bounces@lists.alia.org.au]On Behalf Of Anne Robertson Sent: Tuesday, 25 September 2007 8:18 a.m. To: catlibs(a)qut.edu.au; aliacatlibs(a)lists.alia.org.au Subject: [aliaCATLIBS] DDC Editorial Policy November Meeting Exhibits Apologies for cross-posting Dear Colleagues The DDC Editorial Policy Committee Meeting will take place in early November in Washington D.C. Exhibits discussing proposed changes for the continuing processes of improvements changes and additions to the classification will be gradually made available at: http://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/EPCexhibits.html. Links have also been added to this new page from the existing DDC Policy Committee page at h ttp://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/EPCmeetings.html <http://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/EPCmeetings.html> and also on the ACOC home page http://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/index.html under the 4th dot point. Dewey users are invited to examine the current set of available Exhibits and forward any comments or suggestions for the consideration of the Editorial Policy Committee and Editorial staff for the continued improvement of the classification. A number of other Exhibits will be added upon receipt after 2nd October 2007 about which comment is also invited. Please forward any commentary etc as early as possible to the address below by 26th October 2007 at the latest to allow time for me to collate all such commentary prior to the meeting. Thankyou Anne M Robertson Australian Representative, and Deputy Chair Editorial Policy Committee for the Dewey Decimal Classification annemrobertson(a)optusnet.com.au _______________________________________________ aliaCATLIBS mailing list aliaCATLIBS(a)lists.alia.org.au http://lists.alia.org.au/mailman/listinfo/aliacatlibs

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FW: [Library-staff] Vacancy - Full time, permanent Assistant Librarian - Cataloguing Department
by Ksenija Obradovic 27 Aug '07

27 Aug '07

-----Original Message----- From: library-staff-bounces(a)list.auckland.ac.nz [mailto:library-staff-bounces@list.auckland.ac.nz]On Behalf Of Christine Tsui Sent: Monday, 27 August 2007 11:56 a.m. To: library-staff(a)list.auckland.ac.nz Subject: [Library-staff] Vacancy - Full time,permanent Assistant Librarian - Cataloguing Department Assistant Librarian - Cataloguing Department Are you an experienced original cataloguer with an interest in new developments in information technology related to cataloguing and who enjoys working in a team focused environment? The University of Auckland Library's Cataloguing Department catalogues a full spectrum of library resources, from rare books and manuscripts to a rapidly expanding network of electronic resources. The Department is also engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly information. We are seeking someone with knowledge of the following cataloguing standards and tools: AACR2, MARC21, LCSH, LCNA, DDC22 to catalogue book, non book formats and electronic resources. If you have used the cataloguing modules of OCLC and Voyager and have knowledge of other classification schemes such as LC Classification and standards such as Dublin Core, or Encoded Archival Description that would be an advantage. You will also need good communication and interpersonal skills, excellent written and spoken English and an eye for detail and accuracy in your work. If you have reading knowledge of other languages, especially European languages, and you are interested in new developments in information technology relating to cataloguing then we would like to hear from you. Apply online: http://www.vacancies.auckland.ac.nz <http://www.vacancies.auckland.ac.nz/> Reference number: G612-07H Closing date: 7 September 2007 Christine Tsui Library HR Administrator The University of Auckland Library Ph: 64 9 373 7599 ext 87636 E-mail: <mailto:c.tsui@auckland.ac.nz> c.tsui(a)auckland.ac.nz _______________________________________________ Library-staff mailing list Library-staff(a)list.auckland.ac.nz https://list.auckland.ac.nz/mailman/listinfo/library-staff

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FW: [aliaCATLIBS] ACOC position statement
by Ksenija Obradovic 23 Aug '07

23 Aug '07

In the case you have not seen this already Cheers, Ksenija Obradovic Cataloguing Manager University of Auckland Library, Te Tumu Herenga Private Bag 92019 Auckland New Zealand mailto:k.obradovic@auckland.ac.nz phone 64 9 3737599 ext.85797 fax 64 9 3737401 http://www.auckland.ac.nz/lbr/libhome.htm -----Original Message----- From: aliacatlibs-bounces(a)lists.alia.org.au [mailto:aliacatlibs-bounces@lists.alia.org.au]On Behalf Of Hider, Philip Sent: Thursday, 23 August 2007 7:16 p.m. To: aliacatlibs(a)lists.alia.org.au; catlibs(a)qut.edu.au Subject: [aliaCATLIBS] ACOC position statement The Australian Committee on Cataloguing (ACOC) seeks the continued provision of a sound educational base for tomorrow's cataloguers (a topic that ties in with the theme of this year's ACOC seminar, namely, the future of cataloguing). Accordingly, ACOC has drafted a Position statement regarding the formal education required of entry-level cataloguers and allied information professionals. The statement can be viewed at: http://www.nla.gov.au/lis/stndrds/grps/acoc/documents/positionstatement.doc <https://weboutlook.csu.edu.au/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.nla.gov.…> . ACOC invites comments on the position statement by cataloguers and other interested parties. Please submit your comments by 30 September 2007 to Dr Philip Hider, ALIA representative on ACOC, at phider(a)csu.edu.au <mailto:phider@csu.edu.au> . You might also wish to respond to the statement by posting to this list. Dr Philip Hider Senior Lecturer School of Information Studies Charles Sturt University _______________________________________________ aliaCATLIBS mailing list aliaCATLIBS(a)lists.alia.org.au http://lists.alia.org.au/mailman/listinfo/aliacatlibs

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FW: Te Puna / OCLC workflows
by Staincliffe, Paul 23 Aug '07

23 Aug '07

-----Original Message----- From: Gilberthorpe, Brian [mailto:brian.gilberthorpe@ccc.govt.nz] Sent: Friday, 24 August 2007 8:15 a.m. To: Staincliffe, Paul Subject: FW: [CatSIG] Te Puna / OCLC workflows We have been working with both Te Puna and OCLC since 13 July. There is certainly a larger number of records (sometimes better quality) and a greater range of formats on OCLC. As yet there are not many Australian titles on OCLC but I understand that will change because NLA has signed a similar agreement to NLNZ and more Aus records will be loaded. Te Puna Cataloging client is a little easier to use than OCLC's - you have to be more careful creating and checking for files on OCLC. In the six weeks since 13 July inhouse we have imported 223 records from Te Puna and 197 from OCLC. Our partners, Peter Pal in Brisbane, who do most of our cataloguing are now using OCLC almost exclusively. In the same period they imported 276 records from Te Puna and 961 from OCLC. Brian J Gilberthorpe +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Database Development and Management Librarian Christchurch City Libraries PO Box 1466 Christchurch Phone: +64-3-941-7856 NEW ZEALAND Fax: +64-3-941-7075 Library Web pages: http://library.christchurch.org.nz When going round a spinney of larch trees Tracking Something, be sure it isn't your own footprints you are following +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ -----Original Message----- From: catsig-bounces(a)mcs.vuw.ac.nz [mailto:catsig-bounces@mcs.vuw.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Staincliffe, Paul Sent: Friday, 24 August 2007 7:53 am To: Ksenija Obradovic; Catsig (E-mail) Subject: Re: [CatSIG] Te Puna / OCLC workflows Hi all We do not source huge numbers of records from Te Puna but have found the added availability and ease with which records can be downloaded from OCLC to be an advantage to our workflows. This aspect has certainly saved us time and work on a number of occasions. It would be good to hear from libraries working with larger amounts of material. Regards Paul Paul Staincliffe Records Management Officer >T +64 7 838 5241 >E paul.staincliffe(a)agresearch.co.nz > >AgResearch Limited Ruakura Research Centre East Street, Private Bag 3123, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand >T +64 7 856 2836 F +64 7 838 5012 www.agresearch.co.nz > >Farming Food and Health. First >Te Ahuwhenua Te Kai me te Whai Ora. Tuatahi -----Original Message----- From: catsig-bounces(a)mcs.vuw.ac.nz [mailto:catsig-bounces@mcs.vuw.ac.nz] On Behalf Of Ksenija Obradovic Sent: Thursday, 23 August 2007 4:44 p.m. To: Catsig (E-mail) Subject: [CatSIG] Te Puna / OCLC workflows Good afternoon fellow cataloguers, It is over a month now since we've all had access to OCLC and I was wondering how much this has changed our workflows. Do you go to OCLC first now? Or is your main source of records still Te Puna? Do you prefer cataloguing on OCLC or Te Puna, and why? Cheers, Ksenija ======================================================================= Attention: The information contained in this message and/or attachments from AgResearch Limited is intended only for the persons or entities to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipients is prohibited by AgResearch Limited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately. ======================================================================= ********************************************************************** This electronic email and any files transmitted with it are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. The views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender and may not necessarily reflect the views of the Christchurch City Council. If you are not the correct recipient of this email please advise the sender and delete. Christchurch City Council http://www.ccc.govt.nz ********************************************************************** ======================================================================= Attention: The information contained in this message and/or attachments from AgResearch Limited is intended only for the persons or entities to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by persons or entities other than the intended recipients is prohibited by AgResearch Limited. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately. =======================================================================

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Te Puna / OCLC workflows
by Ksenija Obradovic 23 Aug '07

23 Aug '07

Good afternoon fellow cataloguers, It is over a month now since we've all had access to OCLC and I was wondering how much this has changed our workflows. Do you go to OCLC first now? Or is your main source of records still Te Puna? Do you prefer cataloguing on OCLC or Te Puna, and why? Cheers, Ksenija

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