Initially, We Need Some Definitions: The Problems of Initialisms in Periodical Titles.

Sadowski, Frank E., Jr.

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ERIC Number: EJ212832

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Publication Date: 1979

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Initially, We Need Some Definitions: The Problems of Initialisms in Periodical Titles.

Sadowski, Frank E., Jr.

Library Resources and Technical Services, v23 n4 p365-73 Fall 1979

Proposes a method for alleviating entry and filing problems arising from the practice of using initialisms that abbreviate full periodical titles, and, on the basis of a survey of periodical publishers, recommends using consistent entry under full form. (Author/FM)

Descriptors: Abbreviations, Cataloging, Filing, Indexing, Periodicals, Problems, Serials, Surveys

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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