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Vandergrift, Kay E.; And Others – School Library Journal, 1987
Outlines the stages in the decision-making process for libraries acquiring optical data disk systems, including the establishment of a project manager or task force, feasibility studies, creating a planning document, hardware and software evaluation, devising processes and policies, and analyzing contracts. (CLB)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluation Criteria, Feasibility Studies, Guidelines
Diaz, Karen R., Ed. – 1995
This publication was developed by the Reference and Adult Services Division/Machine-Assisted Reference Section/User Access to Services committee of the 1993 ALA (American Library Association) Midwinter meeting, and was designed for archivists, publishers, librarians, and associates in research centers and societies. Information is presented on how…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Case Studies, Costs, Cultural Differences
Peer reviewedCaputo, Anne S., And Others – Education Libraries, 1986
Two articles briefly review experiences of secondary schools using DIALOG's Classroom Instruction Program, and four New Jersey school districts that have experimented with using Dow Jones News/Retrieval Service to teach online searching at both the elementary and secondary levels. An annotated bibliography lists 12 relevant journal articles and…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness
Peer reviewedBrophy, Edward – Catholic Library World, 1986
Provides practical information for librarians beginning to use online searching for reference services at the high school level. Selection of equipment, software, and database vendors are discussed, as well as financing, involvement of the school administration, and working with users to determine their information needs. (CDD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Financial Support, Guidelines, High Schools
Peer reviewedStephenson, Mary Sue; Purcell, Gary R. – Government Information Quarterly, 1985
Describes computer-based software and network systems for application to serials and government publications. General and specific functional requirements (hardware, software, file structure) are discussed, and descriptive information about commercially available serials control systems and a list of distributors are provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Comparative Analysis, Computer Networks, Computer Software
McConnell, Karen – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1987
Reviews optical technology products currently on the market, including their storage capacities, formats and uses, and outlines the benefits of integrating optical storage devices with online databases. A description of the HAYSTACK system is offered as a model of optical technology for library applications. A suggested reading list is provided.…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Database Management Systems, Databases, Information Retrieval
Ackerman, Katherine – American Libraries, 1987
This review of new developments and products in online services discusses trends in travel related services; full text databases; statistical source databases; an emphasis on regional and international business news; and user friendly systems. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Business, Database Management Systems, Databases, Electronic Publishing
Mihalko, Katherine and Others – Book Report, 1986
Twelve articles provide practical information for high school librarians computerizing their libraries, including suggestions for purchasing software and hardware, planning and managing a computer laboratory, and using computers for student instruction and for library procedures. A suggested basic software collection for the secondary library…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Computer Software, Equipment Maintenance, Guidelines
Peer reviewedMcCrank, Lawrence J. – Journal of Library Administration, 1986
Examines the MARC Archives and Manuscripts Control format as a prototype for the exchange of information among multitype networks including libraries and archives, and discusses existing differences in policy and objectives of libraries and archives that may be reconciled using this format. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Archives, Bibliographic Utilities, Information Systems
Peer reviewedBichteler, Julie – Electronic Library, 1987
Examines some of the fears, frustrations, and misconceptions of library staff and patrons that hamper the effective use of computers in libraries. Strategies that library administrators could use to alleviate stress are outlined, including staff participation in the automation process, well-designed workstations, and adequate training for staff…
Descriptors: Human Factors Engineering, Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Personnel
Riedl, Richard – School Library Media Activities Monthly, 1986
This basic introduction to three types of computer communications that school libraries can use describes bulletin board systems, information utilities, and bibliographic database systems. Examples are given of applications that would be useful for students and teachers. (EM)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Peer reviewedGaudet, Jean Ann – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1987
Discusses the management predicaments encountered in decision making for a very small school library and the reasons that procedures recommended in the literature may not be applicable. The process used in planning and implementing an online circulation system in a high school library is described. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making, Evaluation Methods
Reinhold, Fran; Vernot, Dave – Electronic Learning, 1987
Describes four online information service packages developed for schools: (1) Dialog's Classroom Instruction Program; (2) Addison-Wesley's Einstein; (3) WNET's Learning Link; and (4) McGraw-Hill's Information Exchange (MIX). Databases offered in each service are described, as well as accompanying curriculum materials, and costs for the services…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Assisted Instruction, Costs, Databases
Peer reviewedSugnet, Chris, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Several online vendors discuss the educational and training requirements needed by professional librarians to manage the automation process effectively, including communication and management skills, a commitment to ongoing education, and the ability to evaluate capacities of future systems rather than expert knowledge of current systems.…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Objectives, Evaluative Thinking
Peer reviewedWeiskel, Timothy C. – College and Research Libraries, 1986
New technologies for generating, storing, and transmitting information will radically change information flow on college campuses and in society at large. University librarians will need to design environments for storing and retrieving these new types of information that will continue to nurture the life of the mind and support scholarship.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Networks, Costs
