Facets and Analysis of Dewey Decimal Classification

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The Index to the Dewey Decimal systems, a relative one (i.e., one having cross-references), arranges all topics expressed or implied, with every synonym in alphabetical order. The names Dewey Decimal Classification and Dewey (when referring to the former) are trademarks of the OCLC Online Computer Library Center. This Introduction explains the basic principles and structure of the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system. The Introduction is intended to be used in conjunction with the Glossary and the Manual. The Glossary defines terms used in the Introduction and elsewhere in the Classification. The Manual offers advice on classifying in difficult areas and explains how to choose between related numbers. Classification provides a system for organizing knowledge. Classification may be used to organize knowledge represented in any form, e.g., books, documents, electronic resources. Notation is the system of symbols used to represent the classes in a classification system. In the Dewey Decimal Classification, the notation is expressed in Arabic numerals. The notation gives both the unique meaning of the class and its relation to other classes. The notation provides a universal language to identify the class and related classes, regardless of the fact that different words or languages may be used to describe the class. This book is a veritable mine of information. Certainly, this will serve the purpose of academics as well as professionals in the field.

Madhav Goenka is a renowned scholar and expert in library science, with a focus on classification systems. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he has established himself as a leading authority in the field. As a Professor of Library Science, he imparts his extensive knowledge and experience to students and researchers, shaping the future of the discipline. With a PhD degree in Library Science, Goenka possesses a strong educational foundation that underpins his research and practical applications. His published works in esteemed journals have garnered recognition for their insightful analyses and contributions to advancing library classification systems. In acknowledgment of his outstanding contributions, he has received prestigious awards and honors, showcasing his commitment to research excellence.

Jayanti Dabas is a leading expert in library science and also serves as a guest lecturer for various universities across India. She has a PhD in Library and Information Science from the Kumaun University, and has conducted extensive research on the topic. Dobos' research interests include the history of DDC, the application of DDC in libraries, and the development of new facet analysis techniques for DDC. She has published numerous articles and book chapters on these topics, and her work has been featured in leading academic journals and magazines. Dabas is also a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops on DDC. In addition to her research and writing, Dabas is also a consultant on DDC. She has worked with libraries, archives, and museums on projects related to the implementation of DDC. She is also a member of the board of directors of several organizations that promote library and information science.ctors of several organizations that promote library and information science.

The Dewey system's numerical classification provides a shorthand identification and location tool. The notation lends itself to memory through the constant repetition of a standard pattern (area arrangement, different numbers for particular languages), through parallel subject developments (each book of the Bible given the same development as the Bible as a whole), and through patterned repetition of standard subdivisions (theory, study and teaching, history, geography, etc.). To distinguish works within a group and to expedite retrieval, many libraries add a book number created from the Cutter, or Cutter-Sanborn, Tables, which provide further specifications for author and genre. Because an abridged as well as a full schedule (or classificatory guide) of the system has been developed, the Dewey Decimal Classification is adaptable to libraries of various sizes. The Index to the Dewey Decimal systems, a relative one (i.e., one having cross-references), arranges all topics expressed or implied, with every synonym in alphabetical order. The names Dewey Decimal Classification and Dewey (when referring to the former) are trademarks of the OCLC Online Computer Library Center. This Introduction explains the basic principles and structure of the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system. The Introduction is intended to be used in conjunction with the Glossary and the Manual. The Glossary defines terms used in the Introduction and elsewhere in the Classification. The Manual offers advice on classifying in difficult areas and explains how to choose between related numbers. Classification provides a system for organizing knowledge. Classification may be used to organize knowledge represented in any form, e.g., books, documents, electronic resources. Notation is the system of symbols used to represent the classes in a classification system. In the Dewey Decimal Classification, the notation is expressed in Arabic numerals. The notation gives both the unique meaning of the class and its relation to other classes.

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