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2010 Conference Programs | San Antonio

Wednesday, April 14 - 1:00-1:50 PM
From AACR2 To Resource Description and Access (RDA): An Update

Speakers: Richard Hasenyaer, Director For Library Services, North East ISD, San Antonio; Dr. Shawne Miksa, Associate Professor, and Dr. Barbara Schultz-Jones, Assistant Professor, Library Sciences, University of North Texas, Denton.

Have you been learning about RDA and want to stay abreast of the news, changes and timeline? This program will update us on the progress, testing, and pending implementation of this important and long-awaited development in the world of cataloging.

Thursday, April 15 - 4:00-4:50 PM
Cataloging and Metadata Round Table Business Meeting

Friday, April 16 - 10:00-10:50 AM
Taming the Chaos: Making the Data Work for You

Speakers: Shelley Barba, Metadata Librarian, and Jason Thomale, Metadata Librarian, Texas Tech University, Lubbock.

As our inboxes, internet browsers, and computer drives become filled with information, it can be overwhelming trying to find anything. This program will discuss the tips, the tools, and the joys of using metadata to filter the chaos of our digital desks.

Saturday, April 17 - 10:00-11:50 AM
Subject Cataloging: the Basics

Speakers: Dr. Joanna Fountain, Assistant Professor, Library Science, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville.

This program discusses the ins and outs of subject cataloging. Learn about subject headings, formatting and subject cataloging tools. For new and experienced catalogers of all library types.