Controlled Vocabulary
Controlled Vocabulary refers to an established list, organized arrangement, or database of preferred terms and phrases (usually subject or genre/form terms) in which all terms and phrases representing a concept are brought together. A controlled vocabulary is usually listed alphabetically in a subject headings list or thesaurus of indexing terms. https://www.librarianshipstudies.com/2020/03/controlled-vocabulary.html
Activity 1
Read the section in the above link on What is a Controlled Vocabulary?
Why is Controlled Vocabulary useful for searching?
For information on Controlled Vocabulary and various Subject headings see https://www.loc.gov/librarians/controlled-vocabularies/
Library of Congress Linked Data Service.
ID.LOC.GOV provides both interactive and machine access to commonly used ontologies, controlled vocabularies, and other lists for bibliographic description.
For some basic information on classification systems https://cameron.libguides.com/ClassificationSystems/Home
And more information on Controlled Vocabularies
Information about URIs (Uniform Resource Identifier)
SCoT Schools online Thesaurus
The Schools Online Thesaurus (ScOT) provides a controlled vocabulary of terms used in Australian and New Zealand schools. It encompasses all subject areas as well as terms describing educational and administrative processes http://scot.curriculum.edu.au/what_is_scot.asp
Activity 2
What is the Schools online Thesaurus?
What is it used for? Why do you think it is necessary?
Database Thesauri
A database thesaurus is an index of the preferred subject headings used to describe the content of an item.
Sometimes they are referred to as descriptors or authority terms
Some databases provide searchable links to the thesaurus, for example the databases ERIC and PubMed.
What is the difference?
What is the difference between subject terms and thesauri
See and see also records
See references refer catalogue users from terms not used in the catalogue to terms that are used.
See also references provide additional terms that may assist users to find the information for which they are looking.
Example
Hurricanes
see
Cyclones
Storms
see also
Cyclones
Thunderstorms
Meteorology
Other terms used in indexes
BT – Broader term
An authorized, preferred heading that is broader in definition and scope.
RT – Related Term
An authorized, preferred heading that is related in definition and scope, but not broader or narrower.
NT – Narrower term
An authorized, preferred heading that is narrower in definition and scope.
Example - Library of Congress Subject Headers:
Dogs with Disabilities http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2006008786.html
U – Use UF – Use for
Hurricanes
Use
Cyclones
Cyclones
Use For
Hurricanes
Watch 1LIONTV video on Database Thesauri
ERIC Institute of Education Sciences
At http://eric.ed.gov, powerful search technology makes finding education research easy and efficient.
Watch this video to learn how to find relevant and timely ERIC records in an intuitive way and, in most scenarios, without the need for advanced search logic or complex search techniques.
ERIC – Education Resources YouTube Channel
ERIC Multimedia - Educational resources for using ERIC
Boolean Operators and Subject Headings
Library Databases V Google Tutorial - KES
A tutorial to help students know what resource to use and when.
Thank you to Keiser Everglades Southeastern Library
Activity 3
ERIC (Education Resources Information Centre) Worksheet Activity
Go to ERIC https://eric.ed.gov/
1. What is the scope of this database?
2. What are the correct terms for
a. Bookshops
b. Fairy tales
c. Folktales
d. At risk students
3. What is the article Lessons on Character about?
4. Where was it published?
5. Is it available in full text?
6. Provide the publication details for ED507530.
7. Search for articles on burnout/stress in college students
a. Describe your search strategy
b. How many hits did you get?
c. What criteria would you use to narrow down the search?
8. What is the name of the article Anne Hungerford co-wrote on Pre-school children and self-regulation?
9. Sarah Prescott had an article published in School Library Journal, in Aug 2001. What is the article titled?
Activity 4
Under Chisholm Databases locate Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre
1. What is the scope of this database?
2. Browse Publications. Are the following periodicals indexed in ANZ Ref Centre? What are their holdings?
a. Kakadu National Park
b. PC Week
c. Macworld Australia
d. InCite
3. Find the periodical article called “Armed with Social Media”
What Formats is this available in and is it available in full text?
4. What is the article about?
5. There is an article published June of 2010 called “The dog that didn’t bark” click through to the details and abstract. What is this article about?
6. I have to do an assignment on alcohol and road accidents. Could you please find me 4 recent articles? Not newspapers.
Activity 5
Internet Searching Activity
1. What is the population of Tanzania?
The Search Terms Entered
The Search Engine Used
Author of the Webpage
Date the Page was last updated
The URL for the websites:
2. If it’s 3am here, what time is it in London?
The Search Terms Entered
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3. What is 12 lbs in kilograms?
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4. I have a need for furniture. Where is an IKEA store in Melbourne and what hours is it open?
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5. What are the major exports of Kazahkstan?
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6. I am going to Halls Gap, and I’m a bit nervous. Are there any public toilets nearby?
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7. Can I plant English Ivy in my garden in Victoria?
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8. My son needs to make a volcano for school. Can you find me some instructions?
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9. Where can I find information on diabetes?
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10. I want information on plain packaging for cigarettes. What are the arguments against it?
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