MARC Essentials

MARC Essentials focuses on the history and structure of MARC records with special emphasis on indexing issues and recent changes in coding practice. This class is made up of lecture and offline exercises. Topics covered include: general MARC structure, standards for input, fixed field coding, variable field tagging, and quality control issues.

Who Should Attend: This class is intended for cataloging, ILL, reference, or systems staff - anyone wanting a basic understanding of MARC records.

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Instructor: Lynne Graziadei


Cost:

Nylink Members
  Premium$50
  Standard$70
  Basic$85
  Individual
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$100
NEE Participants $70
Affiliate cost: $140
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Nylink Premium and Standard members: $945
Nylink Basic members: $1260
Affiliate: $1575
1 Individual membership is an annual membership option for individuals not already associated with a Nylink member library. More information on this and all membership levels can be found on the Nylink Membership page.

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