Current AskQC office hours
Find current AskQC office hour recordings and supporting materials.
AskQC@oclc.org (Ask Quality Control) is the longstanding email address to which catalogers can send questions to OCLC Metadata Quality staff about cataloging policies, standards, and practices.
OCLC cataloging community meeting
This virtual OCLC community event provides an opportunity to hear about important work by community members and learn about OCLC cataloging and metadata services. Visit the OCLC cataloging community event page for information on upcoming meetings and to access materials from past meetings.
AskQC office hours
Join OCLC Metadata Quality staff to discuss WorldCat quality issues and cataloging questions.
Time and call-in information for AskQC office hours
AskQC office hours. Return here for notification of time and date changes.
| Thema | Day/time (eastern) | Toll-free call-in number | Registration link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding LCSH free-floating subdivisions Kate James will provide an overview of LCSH free-floating subdivisions, including pattern headings, scope notes, and general see also references. This session will help catalogers use information from subject authority records and the Subject Headings Manual (SHM) to build valid main heading and subdivision combinations. |
Tuesday, 13 January 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Thursday, 22 January 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern |
US/Canada: 1-877-668-4490 |
13 January registration 22 January registration |