INFS 2210 - Introduction to Indexing and Abstracting

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Minneapolis Community and Technical College

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Description:

3.00 credits (3.00 lec) This course provides an introduction to indexing and abstracting theory and practice. The course will cover the indexing and abstracting of traditional print resources as well as online and Web-based material. Students will be introduced to CORC and the Dublin Core for indexing information on the World Wide Web, and to ANSI and other standards for indexing and abstracting. Concepts of metadata, language control, quality and searching implications will be emphasized. Prerequisites: INFS 1200, or instructor approval.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.minneapolis.edu

Phone Number:

(612) 659-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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