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Peer reviewedBiggs, Mary; Biggs, Victor – RQ, 1987
A survey of heads of academic library reference services gathered information on reference collection development. Findings included: (1) selection and weeding frequently are not guided by written policies; (2) empirical studies of use are almost nonexistent; and (3) online availability of sources is an important factor in selection. (20…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Library Collection Development, Library Material Selection, Library Surveys
Peer reviewedCash, D. Michele; Paar, Jerry – RQ, 1987
Surveys of labor educators and academic librarians, designed to study library usage by participants in labor education, indicate that a lack of communication and understanding exists between the two departments at many institutions. Increased cooperation and library utilization are recommended. Twenty-seven references are listed, and the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Labor Education, Library Collections
Peer reviewedMularski, Carol – RQ, 1987
Reports the results of a survey which examined the response of academic libraries to the needs of deaf students in terms of reference services, staff interaction with students, bibliographic instruction, formal policies, and outreach programs. Several recommendations to improve library services to deaf students are presented. The questionnaire is…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Agency Cooperation, College Students, Enrollment
