In cataloging for a MARC record, one must review materials, identify the correct bibliographic framework, and create detailed bibliographic notes and annotations.
When cataloging library materials and determining what information to include in a Machine-Readable Cataloging (MARC) record, there are three key steps that are typically followed:
- Reviewing and understanding the material that needs to be cataloged to capture its essential details correctly.
- Identifying the correct bibliographic framework that corresponds with the type of material, such as using the Dewey Decimal system for non-fiction or Library of Congress Classification for more broad categorization.
- Creating detailed bibliographic notes and annotations, which include the author, title, publication details, and other relevant cataloging data.
Each of these steps ensures that library users can locate and reference materials easily, using the library's online catalog and classification systems.