Kokabi, M.: ¬An account of cataloging and classification education in Iranian universities (2005)
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- Abstract
- This paper presents a brief account of cataloging and classification education in Iran. The number of universities with library and information science departments is given along with content of the courses taught on cataloging and classification. Cataloging rules, subject heading lists and classification schedules taught are discussed. Changes of the curricula over the past 5-10 years as well as anticipated changes over the next 5-10 years are enumerated. Degrees awarded, number of faculty teaching in the area of cataloging and classification and the number of students taking cataloging related coursework for a year or semester are the other topics covered by the paper. The role of teaching assistants and the practicum of students in library cataloging and/or cataloging related departments are also discussed.
