Dewey Decimal Classification: The Basics

Tuesday, September 14 & Thursday, September 16, 1:00 pm - 3 pm CDT

Does this book on houseplants go in gardening (635.9), botany (581.6), or interior decorating (747)? This is not a drill! For many librarians responsible for cataloging and classifying, this is a common scenario and dilemma when processing new materials. Whether you’re new to this task or needing a refresher, a solid knowledge of the basics of Dewey Decimal Classification will help you feel more comfortable using this important tool.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn the structure of Dewey Decimal Classification
• Understand number building using DDC
• Build DDC numbers for a variety of resources

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Emily Dust Nimsakont (she/her/hers)

Cataloging and Metadata Trainer

Amigos Library Services

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