Système universitaire de documentation facts for kids
Système universitaire de documentation or SUDOC is a special database used by libraries in France. Think of it like a giant online library catalog! It helps universities and other schools keep track of all the books, articles, and other materials they have.
SUDOC helps students and researchers find what they need. It has over 10 million entries, showing where to find documents in more than 3,400 different libraries. This amazing system is managed by the Agence bibliographique de l'enseignement supérieur, which means the Bibliographic Agency for Higher Education.
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What is SUDOC and How Does It Work?
SUDOC stands for Système universitaire de documentation. It's a shared database that connects many university libraries and other higher education institutions across France.
How Does SUDOC Help Students?
SUDOC makes it easy to find books, journals, and other resources. If you're working on a school project, you can use SUDOC to:
- Find out if a library has a specific book.
- See where a book is located.
- Discover other related materials for your research.
Who Manages the SUDOC System?
The Agence bibliographique de l'enseignement supérieur (ABES) is in charge of SUDOC. They make sure the database is up-to-date and works smoothly for everyone. ABES helps libraries share their resources and makes it easier for people to find information.
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Screenshot from the Système Universitaire de Documentation (Sudoc)
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