Some notes to remember regarding RDA differences in constructing, and punctuating, formal titles:
- When cataloging a single sheet printed item that does not have a title, use judgement as to whether the 245 should be bracketed.
- RBS practice is always to add a 500 note "Title devised by cataloger," "Title supplied by cataloger," or some similar phrasing.
- 2.2.4 (Other sources of information) gives an either a note or bracket option; RBS catalogers should use judgement about bracketing but are still requested to include a note.
- 2.3.2.11 (Recording devised titles) provides some excellent suggestions about the content of devised titles; 2.3.2.11.1 covers music, 2.3.2.11.2 covers maps, etc.
- When in doubt, bracket the devised title and add a note.
- Do not add a GMD (general material designation) in RDA cataloging.
- When found in historical records to be upgraded to RDA, please remove.
- Due to Harvard's past policy of using a single bibliographic record for multiple versions, microform holdings will often be found on the bibliographic record for the print original.
- For more information about cataloging microfilms, see Metadata Standard Working Group's Best Practice for Commercially Produced Reproductions.