viitejärjestelmänä

Viitejärjestelmänä is a concept in library science and information management that refers to the systematic organization and retrieval of bibliographic information. The term is derived from the Finnish language and is used to describe a system of references or citations that allows users to locate and access relevant information.

In a viitejärjestelmänä, bibliographic data, such as authors, titles, and publication dates, is structured and entered into a database or catalog. This creates a network of references that can be searched, retrieved, and linked together to form a web of related information. The system's purpose is to facilitate information discovery, navigation, and access, particularly in academic, research, and library settings.

A key characteristic of viitejärjestelmänä is the use of unique identifiers, known as viitekoodit, to link different elements of the system together. These identifiers enable users to easily locate and connect relevant information, even across multiple sources or databases.

In addition to its organizational and retrieval capabilities, viitejärjestelmänä can also provide valuable metadata, such as citations, abstracts, and full-text links, to support informed decision-making and research activities.

In Finland, the National Library (Kansalliskirjasto) has developed a comprehensive viitejärjestelmänä, which integrates various databases and catalogues to provide access to a wide range of bibliographic and factual information. The system is also used in other Finnish libraries, research institutions, and educational settings to support teaching, research, and scholarship.