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BDS to Introduce Dewey 23
BDS will introduce the Dewey Classification edition 23 schedules for both pre-publication and book-in-hand records with effect from 1 August 2011. The European edition of Dewey Classification edition 23 was published on 1 July 2011 while The Library of Congress adopted this edition from 1 May 2011. The change to a new edition of Dewey has become less radical in recent years since the introduction of WebDewey, which means that the schedules are constantly updated.
The introduction of Dewey 23 is also made easier due to the fact that no phoenix schedules have been introduced. The major differences in the new schedules can be summarised as follows:
• Elimination of dual headings
• Elimination of unbalanced spans
• Some reversals of preference orders which will enable more detailed number building
• Changes in terminology – a more 'use- friendly' approach
• Changes to Tables 1 and 2 – including an overhaul of the representation of groups of peoples
• New numbers in Computer Science to reflect changing technologies
• Law – enhanced numbers for legal systems based on civil laws
• Education - improved subject representation in primary education
• Religion – changes to Islam and Orthodox Church
BDS anticipates that the introduction of new numbers will not present major difficulties for customers. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Armitage, Director of Library Sales on 07860 324570 or sarah.armitage@bibdsl.co.uk.
