Learning Resources
Online resources about cataloguing and data creation using RDA exist to support teaching and training activities. We welcome suggestions for new resources or events to include on this page.
News
October 2025 RDA Toolkit Release
The latest release to RDA Toolkit took place on October 9 and includes changes the wording of authorized and preferred access points across all entities. There are corrections and fixes based on feedback submitted to RDA Toolkit and changes to the Guidance chapter on Aggregates.
Announcing the Spanish Language Translation of Official RDA
A Spanish language translation of official RDA is now available in the RDA Toolkit.
Official Announcement: Creation and acceptance of the RDA Latin America and the Caribbean Group (RDA-ALyC)
We are pleased to announce the creation of the RDA Latin America and Caribbean Group, a new regional body established with the aim of strengthening collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building around the implementation of RDA in our region.
June 2025 RDA Toolkit Release
The latest release to RDA Toolkit took place on June 6 and contains some modest changes to the standard. It includes corrections and fixes based on feedback submitted to RDA Toolkit and changes to the Guidance chapter on Aggregates. Policy statements have been added by the British Library, Library and Archives Canada, the New Zealand National Library, and U.S.
New Subscription Option
RDA Toolkit is introducing a new subscription level that provides permission to create and publish online cataloging manuals derived from the RDA standard. The RDA Companion Subscription will come with the following benefits.
A Joint Workshop with NARDAC and PCC SCT RDA Training Task Group: Monographs
ALA Annual Preconference Event. Friday 6/27, all day (8:00am-4:00pm) paid event.
** Participants should bring a laptop to participate in this pre-conference event.**
Catalan Translation of Official RDA Toolkit
A Catalan translation of the official RDA: Resource Description and Access standard is now available on RDA Toolkit. It can be accessed by anyone with a subscription.
NARDAC Update Forum -- Spring 2025
The North American RDA Committee (NARDAC) Update Forum is a biannual event aimed at bringing together experts in the field of library and information science to present/discuss developments in RDA and RDA-related cataloging work.
2do. Encuentro de Educación en Organización de la Información: “Retos y oportunidades en la enseñanza y aprendizaje de RDA Toolkit”
El Grupo RDA México, en conjunto con el Instituto de Investigaciones Bibliotecológicas y de la Información (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México), la Escuela de Bibliotecología, Documentación e Información (Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica) y el Colegio de Bibliotecología y Archivología (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México), les extienden una cordial invitación para asistir al 2do Encu
