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Does a Library have to use LC subject headings or LC classification in order to join BIBCO?

April 26, 2017bibco Classification headings join LC library Subject

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Does a Library have to use LC subject headings or LC classification in order to join BIBCO?

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No, the core record standard(s) defined by the PCC clearly state that a BIBCO record must contain subject headings from a “recognized thesaurus” such as AAT, MeSH, etc. Similarly with classification, it is not necessary to use LC classification in order to create a BIBCO records.