Cataloger's Reference Shelf
MARC 21 Format for Community Information
Cataloger's Reference Shelf
MARC 21 Format for Community Information
521 Target Group Note (R) (Variable Data Field)
Field definition and scope:
Field 521 contains a note about the target groups served. It identifies at whom the program, event, etc. is aimed.
Field 521 is repeatable.
Guidelines for applying content designators:
For indicator and subfield code definitions and examples, and designator repeatability, see table below:
Position |
Description |
Repeatability |
Field 521 |
Target Group Note |
R |
Indicator: |
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First |
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8 |
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Second |
Undefined; contains a blank |
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Subfield code: |
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$a |
R |
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$6 |
NR |
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$8 |
R |
Related MARC field or document:
880 Alternate Graphic Representation
See also:
