Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Dewey Decimal Classification: A Quagmire. |
| Authors: |
Gamaluddin, Ahmed Fouad |
| Source: |
School Library Journal. Apr80, Vol. 26 Issue 8, p32. 4p. 1 Black and White Photograph. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Dewey decimal classification, *Library of Congress classification, Classification of books |
| Abstract: |
Examines the extent of the use of Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) and Library of Congress Classification (LCC) in school libraries in Pennsylvania as of 1980. Adequacy of DDC; Familiarity of users with DDC and LCC; Cost of conversion to LCC; Arguments for the continued use of DDC; Feasibility of LCC in school libraries; Educational preparation for both DDC and LCC; Arguments for LCC conversion. |
| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
