School Library Cataloging Basics
Findable, Usable, Student-Friendly
 |
Course Details Registration deadline August 24, 2027.
 4 Self-Paced Course Modules
 12 Credit Hours
 Recommended for school library workers.
 $299 | Save with early bird and group rates.
CAN YOUR STUDENTS ACTUALLY FIND WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR IN YOUR LIBRARY?
This course gives school librarians a practical, student-centered introduction to cataloging so that every item in your collection is organized, accessible, and findable. ABOUT THIS COURSEIf students can't find it, your cataloging isn't working. Self-Paced Course Materials Good cataloging is what turns a collection into a resource students can actually use. In this course, you'll learn cataloging basics tailored to the school library context, including how to make your collection genuinely student-friendly, how to handle special collections and materials that don't fit standard categories, and how to apply practical cataloging methods that work in the real world of a busy school library. You'll leave with the skills and confidence to organize your collection in ways that get books into students' hands. This is a fully self-paced, asynchronous course. You will have six months to move through the material. For more details, check out the What to Expect tab. Need an invoice or PO? Orders of $600 or greater can choose invoice at checkout. For orders under $600, submit this form , and we will process your order manually. Need approval? Email this course to your supervisor. TRAINING A TEAM?[Team callout sentence] Multi-seat discounts are automatically calculated in the cart. Return to Full Course Catalog AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE, YOU'LL BE ABLE TO:
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSEThis course is designed for school library workers. SESSIONS AND PRICINGEarly bird pricing ends one month before the session deadline. Course materials unlock on the session deadline date.
GROUP OPTIONSTraining a team? Choose the setup that matches how you want to plan and pay : Group course enrollment: Enroll 3+ staff in this course and save. Bulk course credits: Prepay once, get the highest per-seat discount on every course, and assign seats later. Unlimited annual licensing: System-wide access for a year with no per-course approvals. Request Discounted Group Pricing Questions? Email groupsales@libraryjournal.com. COURSE FORMATThis is a fully self-paced, asynchronous online course consisting of 4 modules. Each module includes video instruction, slides, readings, and reflective exercises designed to connect concepts directly to your daily work.
EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENTEach module is designed to take approximately 3 hours to complete, for a total of 12 professional development hours. You may move through the course at your own pace and on your own schedule.
ALL THE DETAILSGood cataloging is what turns a collection into a resource students can actually use. In this course, you'll learn cataloging basics tailored to the school library context, including how to make your collection genuinely student-friendly, how to handle special collections and materials that don't fit standard categories, and how to apply practical cataloging methods that work in the real world of a busy school library. You'll leave with the skills and confidence to organize your collection in ways that get books into students' hands.
ON-DEMAND ACCESSYou will have access to all course materials for six months from the material unlock date.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETIONComplete all modules to earn 12 professional development credit hours and a School Library Journal certificate of completion. Certificates are emailed upon completion.
ACCESSIBILITYAll video recordings feature auto-captioning. If you require accommodations, please email course-support@libraryjournal.com upon registration and we will make our best efforts to support your needs.
SUPPORTFor technical or course-related support, please contact course-support@libraryjournal.com. |