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Markey, Karen; Demeyer, Anh N. – 1986
In this research project, subject terms from the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) Schedules and Relative Index were incorporated into an online catalog as searcher's tools for subject access, browsing, and display. Four features of the DDC were employed to help searchers browse for and match their own subject terms with the online catalog's…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Classification, Databases, Dewey Decimal Classification
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Wajenberg, Arnold S. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Recommends an expansion of MARC codes for decimal class numbers to enhance automated subject retrieval. Five values for a second indicator and two new subfields are suggested for encoding hierarchical relationships among decimal class numbers. Additional subfields are suggested to enhance retrieval through analysis of synthesized numbers in…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Dewey Decimal Classification, Information Retrieval
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McIlwaine, I. C. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1997
Discusses the history and development of the Universal Decimal Classification (UDC). Topics include the relationship with Dewey Decimal Classification; revision process; structure; facet analysis; lack of standard rules for application; application in automated systems; influence of UDC on classification development; links with thesauri; and use…
Descriptors: Classification, Dewey Decimal Classification, Information Retrieval, International Programs
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Sapp, Gregg – RQ, 1986
Describes and evaluates several fiction classification systems from the perspective of how well they answer likely reader queries regarding subjects of novels, and their utility for browsing. The usefulness of subject headings for card catalogs and print and online indexes to enhance topical access to fiction is discussed. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Dewey Decimal Classification, Fiction
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Markey, Karen – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1985
This paper describes an experiment in the use of Dewey Decimal Classification in online catalogs to introduce classed approach to subject searching of library collections, enhance subject terminology indexed in online catalog, and provide possibilities for search strategies not possible through alphabetical approach of subject headings and/or…
Descriptors: Classification, Dewey Decimal Classification, Display Systems, Information Needs