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Ins 204: Classification I Question Paper

Ins 204: Classification I

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Information Science

Institution: Moi University question papers

Exam Year:2015

MOI UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2013/2014 ACADEMIC YEAR
SECOND YEAR FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION
FOR THE DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN
INFORMATION SCIENCES
COURSE CODE: INS 204
COURSE TITLE: CLASSIFICATION I
DATE: 12TH DECEMBER, 2013 TIME: 9.00 A.M. – 11.15 A.M.

INSTRUCTION TO CANDIDATES
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MOI UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION STUDIES
FIRST SEMESTER 2013/2014 ACADEMIC YEAR EXAMINATIONS
COURSE CODE: INS 204 TIME: 2 Hrs 15 Mins
COURSE TITLE: CLASSIFICATION I ==============================================================================
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES:
• Answer any THREE questions
• All questions carry equal marks [20 marks]

1. Explain the general principles used in the structural arrangement of an enumerative classification scheme
2. Explain the criteria used in determining effectiveness of a general classification
3. Compare the strengths and weaknesses of each of the following classification schemes in terms of organizing information materials in libraries and information centers:
a. Dewey Decimal Classification
b. Library of Congress Classification
4. Explain the functions of each of the following components of a bibliographic classification scheme:
a. Schedules
b. Notation
c. Index
d. Instructions
5. Discuss the benefits and drawbacks of adopting an in-house or a special classification scheme in a documentation center
6. Explain the steps to follow when classifying an information material

Ins 204: Classification I Question Paper

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