MARC Workshop

11 - 12 July 2005

Preparing for a migration to MARC 21 the expert group for data formats recognised the need for broader and deeper knowledge in MARC 21. The idea arose to organize a workshop for a wider group of participants. Mr. Randall Barry from the Library of Congress in Washington was invited and agreed to prepare and perform the workshop.

The first day consisted of an introduction to MARC 21 by presentations, whereas the second day gave the chance to get into details and discuss issues in a smaller circle of experts.

Report of the MARC Workshop

Understanding MARC 21 (available only in German)

Presentations

MARC 21 Training
Introduction to MARC
Basics of cataloguing with MARC content designation
Important elements in the MARC 21 bibliographic format
Multilevel cataloging, links, and continuing resources in MARC
MARC format for holdings data
MARC format for authority data
MARC format for community information
MARC format for classification data
Cataloging of special materials in the MARC format
New technologies and MARC
FRBR and FRANAR - Functional requirements for bibliographic and authority records