Document (#38066)

Author

Mai, J.-E.

Title

Ethics, values and morality in contemporary library classifications

Source

Knowledge organization. 40(2013) no.4, S.242-253

Year

2013

Abstract

This paper explores the ethics of classification. The paper outlines recent conceptual moves in knowledge organization research and shows that contemporary classification theory is based on a pragmatic understanding of the world. It suggests that unjust statements and assumptions about the world challenge contemporary library classifications and that a proper response is needed. It outlines a framework for the development of ethical classifications based on MacIntyre's practice-based ethical theory. It provides a framework within which editors and managers of library classifications can make ethically sound decisions.

Content

Vgl.: http://www.ergon-verlag.de/isko_ko/downloads/ko_40_2013_4_c.pdf.

Theme

Informationsethik

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