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Peer reviewedChan, Lois Mai – Information Technology and Libraries, 1989
Presents a methodology for studying indexing consistency in MARC records and describes a project that examined such consistency in subject cataloging practice between non-LC libraries and the Library of Congress. Patterns of indexing inconsistency are identified and suggestions are made for improving inter-indexer consistency. (seven references)…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Indexing, Measurement Techniques, Research Methodology
