Connexion client training
OCLC offers live and recorded instructor-led training sessions on Connexion client.
Browse a list of upcoming instructor-led training sessions from the Live classes page, or find all live and recorded training options on the course pages in this guide.
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Module 1: WorldCat, MARC and client basics
This module provides basic information about the WorldCat bibliographic
database and the MARC record format, as well as an introduction to the
Connexion client interface.
Module 2: Basic bibliographic searching
This module provides instruction on performing basic bibliographic searches
using OCLC Connexion client cataloging software.
Module 3: Basic editing and record processing
This online course provides instruction on working with MARC bibliographic
records in Connexion client, including using MARC field help, editing MARC
records, updating holdings, and exporting MARC records.
Module 4: Save files, file management, and
batch processing
This module provides instruction on using Connexion client to perform high
volumes of searches and record actions using the efficiency of batch processing,
including the use and management of Save Files.
Module 5: Automation and customization
This online module provides instruction on the use of Connexion client’s tools
to complete editing tasks more efficiently and to customize Connexion client
to fit your individual workflow.
Module 6: Editing WorldCat records
This online module provides instruction on how to use Connexion client to
take quality control actions on records in the WorldCat database.
Module 7: Advanced bibliographic searching
This online module provides instruction on how to use Connexion client to
conduct advanced searches of the WorldCat database.
Module 8: Original cataloging
This module provides instruction on how to use Connexion client to create
original records to add to the WorldCat database.
Module 9: Authority control
This module provides instruction on how to use Connexion client to perform
authority control work within bibliographic records.