Document (#30537)

Author

Langridge, D.W.

Title

Alternative starting points in classification

Source

Classification: options and opportunities. Ed.: A.R. Thomas

Imprint

New York : Haworth

Year

1995

Pages

S.7-16

Series

Cataloging and classification quarterly; vol.19, nos.3/4

Abstract

Contrasts American and European assumptions. Considers the relationship of a special classification to a general classification

Content

The necessity of knowledge of structure of a classification not only to compilers of systems but also to those who classify documents or search is emphasized. American and European assumptions are contrasted. The relationship of a special classification to a general classification is considered. Some differences in the construction of three general schemes are noted. The concept of a "main class" is elucidated. Alternative starting points for dividing knowledge by its forms or by phenomena are exemplified. The idea that the treatment of main classes reflects a world view is offered and supported by illustrations. Principles for determining degree of detail are presented. The case for specificity is argued. Procedures for making a science class are contrasted with those for making a humanities class.

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