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The intent of a classification : evaluating classifications based on the concept of "warrant"

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre

Webcast sponsored by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and hosted by the School of Library, Archival, and Information Studies (SLAIS). Clare Beghtol uses the concept of "warrant" as a means for evaluating classification systems based on how well they fulfill their goals. For example, through the prism of cultural warrant it is possible to evaluate a classification system based on how well it represents the needs of a particular culture. Other warrants include literary warrant, educational or mission warrant, and scientific warrant. I'll review the traditional criteria for evaluating classifications and add to these criteria some considerations of warrant. The goal is to provide you with a multi-faceted approach to evaluating classification schemes in the context of their potential uses and users.

Moving Image

2014-02-12

Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 2.5 Canada

http://hdl.handle.net/2429/46007

Unreviewed

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.5/ca/