- Perform all basic copy cataloging using the OCLC Connexion client. Limit your work in FOLIO to fields that are not present in OCLC, and to fields specific to local use
- Accept found records as much as possible, per the Libraries' cataloging policy [being revised]
- Use only English language records (040 will have $b eng, or $b will be absent)
- Focus on the number and accuracy of access points
- Correct typos, indicators, and subfield codes anywhere in the record
- See OCLC Bib Formats and Standards (or see end of field punctuation cheat sheet for specifics)
- In OCLC, retain spaces immediately before and after subfield codes
- Your full authorization allows replacement of master records with corrections and enhancements. For making changes to records, see OCLC's Expert Community Guidelines.
- If making changes to the OCLC master record, replace the record before making local edits
- Your full authorization does not allow you to make changes to BIBCO records (042=pcc)
- Use good judgment and the following cataloging standards to inform your cataloging: RDA, AACR2, LC-PCC PSs, MARC21 Format standards, RDA Toolkit, ClassWeb, OCLC Connexion Documentation, and OCLC Bib Formats and Standards.
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