Basic WorkFlows Cataloging Workshop

Please watch the RSA listserv and Library Learning for announcements of upcoming Basic WorkFlows Cataloging workshops.

Intended audience:

Cataloging staff who work at RSA member libraries. This workshop is helpful for new catalogers or existing catalogers in need of a refresher.

Location:

Zoom

The workshop is not recorded for later viewing.

Workshop objectives:

• Receive an individually named account to catalog at the basic level in the WorkFlows database (if the registrant is not already using an individual account).
• Through hands-on practice, learn how to use WorkFlows to catalog items in a variety of formats.
• Create brief records for items that lack matching bibliographic records already in WorkFlows.
• Discover how to perform global item edits and use the discard account.
• Find out how RSA, RAILS, and the Cataloging Maintenance Center provide original cataloging assistance.
• Review reports that identify cataloging issues in need of correction to ensure a quality database and optimal discoverability for users.

This workshop will NOT discuss:

• magazine cataloging
• item group editor
• OCLC Connexion Client or Record Manager
• editing, upgrading, and creating original bibliographic records

Registration requirements:

• Staff must register on Library Learning (L2). Registration closes two weeks before the start of the workshop to allow adequate preparation time. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to six RSA member library staff. More than one staff member from the same library are allowed to attend.  
• Attend the full workshop session. Formal instruction will take approximately four hours to complete with a 10 minute break around the halfway point.
• Basic familiarity using a mouse and keyboard, as well as the ability to clearly view a computer screen.
• Receive written and/or verbal permission from a supervisor, Director, or administration to register for this workshop. No need to share proof of permission with RSA. The registrant – not RSA – is responsible for meeting this requirement.
• Access to an internet-connected computer.
• Access to WorkFlows on that computer. WorkFlows installations must be completed prior to the start of the workshop. For assistance, contact the RSA Help Desk.
• Access to a functional web cam on the computer. If a registrant lacks web cam access, RSA will provide one to use during the workshop. Please indicate during L2 registration, using the free-text Notes field, if an RSA web cam is necessary.
• Log into Zoom to ensure a successful connection 15 minutes prior to the start of the workshop.
• Staff must cancel their registration on L2 or contact the RSA Help Desk as soon as possible if they are no longer able to attend.