Recording reading program information in bibliographic records

Reading program information may be added to bibliographic records, using the following guidelines:

• Reading program information may be added to master records in OCLC 
• It is optional to record reading program information in records in Polaris. If adding, use the guidelines below:
  • Record information in MARC tag 526 (Study program information note), using the following standard format:
    • First indicator: 0; Second indicator: Blank
    • Subfield a: Name of the reading program, spelled out
    • Subfield c: Reading level
    • Ending punctuation is a period
  • Do not add point values, since these are subject to change
• If reading program information is already in a record, it may be retained, with the following edits:
  • Change to MARC tag 526 if needed
  • Change to standard format as above
  • Delete point values
  • Note:This is a local edit only. Do not change reading program information in OCLC master records
• Barcoding libraries may request reading program information be added to records in Polaris by submitting a Help Desk ticket
  • Reading program information will be added only if requested. SHARE staff will not research reading program titles or reading levels
  • Provide title, reading program name, and reading level
    • Multiple titles may be included on one ticket