Name: Euliah Zoe O. Quiamjot Course/Year: BLIS-2 Question: 1. Describe the evolution of libraries from using classified book catalogs in ancient times to using online public access catalogs (OPAC) today. 2. Define the term "integrated library system (ILS)" and explain how they are used by libraries. 3. How does the work of the cataloger affect the other modules of the ILS? 4. Who are the main providers of cataloging tools, and what are the purposes of these important resources? Answer: 1. From lists bound in books then Harvard College Librarian Thaddeus Harris creates a “slip catalogue” consisting of the title of every work in the library on pieces of card 6 ½ inches long by 1 ½ inches wide. In late 19 th century, Melvil Dewey sells the first catalog cabinets through his supply store. Years after Microfilm, microfiche and CD-ROMs or DVDs is created that contain the bibliographic information of the library collections. Now, in line with the growing need in digital environment Databases of bibliographic text information searchable via the Internet Online Public Access Catalog was created that provides availability of library services using the Internet. 2. An Integrated Library System (ILS) is a bundle of software applications that work with each other to provide effective library services. These software applications are often called modules. Each module focuses on a particular library service. Libraries use Integrated Library System (ILS) because it gives access and it helps manage the resources and services such as circulation, cataloging, online catalog, acquisitions, serials, reserves, e-resource management, and inventory in a library. It helps users find resources for reading, teaching and learning, as well as managing cataloguing, borrowing and other functions. 3. The work of the cataloger can affect the other modules of the ILS because it is also used to others service. It is said that no library system is complete without a cataloguing module because this is what allows you to add items such as books and their records to the database. 4. The main providers of cataloging tools are Library of Congress Cataloging Tools (MARC21 Standards, BIBFRAME, LCSH, Sears Lists of Subject Heading, Library of Congress Classification), Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), American Library Association Publications (RDA Toolkit, ALA Filing Rules), OCLC Resources, Publishers such as Rowman & Littlefield, professional national and state library organizations, universities, library consortiums, online catalogs, and other sources. With the use of cataloging tools, we can properly arrange our resources, make them simple to find, and keep a record of what we own.
