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Features, Functions and Components of a Library Classification System in the LIS tradition for the e-Environment  

Satija, M.P. (Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar-143005 India)
Martinez-Avila, Daniel (Sao Paulo State University Hygino Muzzi Filho 737 17525-900 Marilia, Brazil)
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Journal of Information Science Theory and Practice / v.3, no.4, 2015 , pp. 62-77 More about this Journal
Abstract
This paper describes qualities of a library classification system that are commonly discussed in the LIS tradition and literature, and explains such a system’s three main functions, namely knowledge mapping, information retrieval, and shelf arrangement. In this vein, the paper states the functional requirements of bibliographic classifications, which broadly are subject collocation and facilitation of browsing the collection. It explains with details the components of a library classification system and their functions. The major components are schedules, notations, and index. It also states their distinguished features, such as generalia class, form divisions, book numbers, and devices for number synthesis which are not required in a knowledge classification. It illustrates with examples from the WebDewey good examples of added features of an online library classification system. It emphasizes that institutional backup and a revision machinery are essential for a classification to survive and remain relevant in the print and e-environment.
Keywords
Book numbers; Classification; Classification policy; Knowledge classification; Library classification; Online classification; WebDewey;
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