We are developing an online set of DDC training
materials focused on the needs of experienced librarians who need Dewey
application training. (We hope they will also be useful as supplementary
materials in other Dewey training contexts, e.g., teaching Dewey to LIS
students.) The materials will include a basic course on the structure and use
of the DDC, plus a series of short modules based on special topics (including a
general overview).
We are planning to make all course materials
available on the Dewey web site at no charge. The presentations and exercises
assume the availability of the latest version of the DDC database (i.e.,
WebDewey), and a professor, trainer, and/or experienced Dewey user for offering
explanations and fielding questions. Other interested parties may have access
to course materials, but may need to consult an expert directly for background
information and additional assistance. Note that WebDewey access is provided
without cost as part of OCLC's Library and Information
Science Education Program. Others currently without access to WebDewey can
sign up for access on a 30-day trial basis.
The website contains links
for modules and related materials that are available for immediate review. In general, modules include a PowerPoint
presentation and a set of exercises to assist learners in putting the
principles learned into practice. The
exercises often include the titles of approximately 10 bibliographic works, with
one or more corresponding subject headings, that together point toward the most
appropriate DDC class. Exercise files
include pages with only the title and subject heading information, as well as
answer sheets with DDC class numbers and explanations.
We expect to make additional
modules and related materials available shortly and will blog each entry as it
becomes available. We welcome comments
directly on the blog entry for each module. If you prefer to send us comments
privately, please send them to dewey@loc.gov
with the subject line of the module, and we will summarize them here.
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