Pattern Indexing: |
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| Abstract: | Pattern indexing is an attempt at combining standardized and free indexing. In contrast to prevailing indexing methods, notably precoordinated ones, pattern indexing also takes into consideration the terminological and information retrieval habits in certain displines of science. It is based on patterns consisting of subject categories reflecting the conceptual and methodological framework of a given discipline. These categories provide structured sets of standardized subject headings. To allow for flexibility and adequacy, these headings may be complemented by free indexing terms. Pattern indexing is intended to mend opaque catalog structures and terminological uncertainties of topical subject headings in common precoordinated indexing practice. Pattern indexing is discussed in the context of literary scholarship. |
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