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Fister, Barbara – Library Journal, 2009
There is no doubt the library world is in a dilemma about Dewey, but the system is hardly dead. In his 2007 book, Everything Is Miscellaneous, David Weinberger said bluntly, "It can't be fixed." In spite of that, Dewey is currently the most widely used classification system in the world, employed in 138 countries by over 200,000…
Descriptors: Classification, Public Libraries, School Libraries
Mosley, Shelley – Library Journal, 1998
Examines job classification studies in public libraries, focusing on point-factor classification systems. Discusses job descriptions, job auditing biases, preparedness, what not to say to auditors, and the appeals process. Outlines typical factors in a job classification: decision-making, guidelines, education, experience, complexity, supervision,…
Descriptors: Audits (Verification), Classification, Evaluation Criteria, Job Analysis
Mason, Ellsworth – Library Journal, 1972
The emphasis of this look at today's public libraries and their future is on the policies of these libraries rather than their funding. (NH)
Descriptors: Classification, Libraries, Library Collections, Library Facilities