Standardization in the Activit ies of Modern Libraries

Standards applying to bibliographic descriptions, data exchange formats and more recently for linked data are crucial in the work of libraries. The paper focuses on the features of modern standardization in libraries according to the Law of Ukraine «About Standardization» (2016) and highlights the necessity of bringing library standards in line with international and European practice. The work on the «Resource Description and Access» - International cataloging standard designed for the e-environment is being described as an example. The author explores RDA as it relates to linked data, recognizing it as an evolving standard and reviewing some examples of linked data elements implementing. The necessity of participation of Ukrainian librarians in the work and meetings of the International Technical Committee of International Standard Organization (TC 46 «Information and documentation») is underlined.