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Library of Congress Classification as an Online Retrieval Tool: Potentials and Limitations.

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Chan, Lois Mai – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986

Explores the potential usefulness of the Library of Congress Classification (LCC) system as a tool in online retrieval. Unique features of LCC are described and a theoretical analysis of its potentials and limitations in terms of subject browsing, enhanced vocabulary, and class number searching are presented. (CDD)

Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Dewey Decimal Classification, Information Retrieval

Clustering LC Classification Numbers in an Online Catalog for Improved Browsability.

Peer reviewed

Huestis, Jeffrey C. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1988

Describes the role of browsing in online searching and difficulties encountered in attempting to browse call number indexes. The discussion covers the benefits of clustering class number ranges and strategies for overcoming the major problems related to Library of Congress classification use in an online catalog. (11 references) (CLB)

Descriptors: Classification, Cluster Analysis, College Libraries, Cost Effectiveness