The modernity of classification

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to explore the modernity of current classification theory and work, and outline a foundation for moving classification toward a late-modern conception.Design methodology approach - The paper examines the conceptual foundation for current modern classification w...

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Published in:Journal of documentation 2011-01, Vol.67 (4), p.710-730
Main Author: Mai, Jens-Erik
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cataloging
Classification
Classification schemes
Contours
Design engineering
Documentation
Epistemology
Exact sciences and technology
Foundations
Indexing
Information and communication sciences
Information science. Documentation
Knowledge
Library and information science. General aspects
Library cataloging
Methodology
Ontology
Sciences and techniques of general use
Scientific Enterprise
Social Organizations
Theories
Theories, definitions and sources in information science
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Summary:Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to explore the modernity of current classification theory and work, and outline a foundation for moving classification toward a late-modern conception.Design methodology approach - The paper examines the conceptual foundation for current modern classification work, provides critical analysis of that approach, and outlines three conflicts with modernity that shape the path out of the consequences of modernity.Findings - The paper presents an understanding of classification that establishes classification on a late-modern epistemology, and it lays the contours of how to reclaim the intellectual core of classification theory and work.Originality value - The paper establishes a foundation for rethinking classification work, outlines consequences of current mainstream work, and provides concept for developing late-modern classification theory and practice.
ISSN:0022-0418
1758-7379
DOI:10.1108/00220411111145061