Document (#31577)

Author

Stone, A.T.

Title

Subject searching in law library OPACs

Source

Cataloging and classification quarterly. 10(1989) nos.1/2, S.181-198

Year

1989

Abstract

Law libraries that introduce online catalogs to their publics often experience the same kinds of problems and benefits as other types of libraries. Nevertheless, certain issues for OPAC subject searching can be particularly challenging for law libraries. This paper addresses those issues, especially the impact on subject access of the design of shared OPACs and the special problems regarding subject searches on government agency names and titles of laws. Difficulties with law-related subject headings are also discussed. Finally, keyword and call number searching are examined from the law library perspective.

Footnote

Simultaneously published as Subject Control in Online Catalogs

Theme

OPAC

Field

Rechtswissenschaft

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