Academic Libraries Glossary
128 terms total — 2 showing — Last updated 26 Oct 2026
Authority Control
The standardization and management of name headings, subject terms, and other access points in bibliographic records to ensure consistency across a catalog. Authority control links variant forms of names and terms to a single authorized form, improving discoverability and reducing confusion.
Embedded Librarian
A librarian who works closely with a specific academic department, course, or research group, providing targeted informa...
Embedded Librarianship
A service model where librarians work directly within academic departments, classrooms, or research teams to provide tai...