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Benson, Sara R.; Stitzlein, Hannah – College & Research Libraries, 2020
This article summarizes the results of interviews with Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) service hub participants to determine whether and how standardized rights metadata is included in their digital collections. Providing accurate standardized rights metadata is crucial to communicating with patrons regarding how they can use objects in…
Descriptors: Copyrights, Electronic Libraries, Policy Formation, Library Policy
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Weare, William H., Jr.; Stevenson, Matthew – Journal of Access Services, 2012
This article is a study of the policies that govern the use of the university library by external users at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and 12 peer institutions used by IUPUI for comparative purposes. A search of each institution's Web site was conducted as well as interviews with circulation librarians and managers.…
Descriptors: Urban Universities, Research Universities, Academic Libraries, Library Policy
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Long, Dallas – Journal of Access Services, 2010
This article addresses concerns raised by members of the local Muslim community regarding copies of the Qur'an in the circulating collections at Milner Library, Illinois State University. The librarians conducted an analysis of the collection of holy books and investigated the rules and traditions of the Islamic faith that govern the care and…
Descriptors: Islamic Culture, Academic Libraries, Foreign Countries, Library Administration
Uhler, Scott; Weiss, Philippe – Illinois Libraries, 1995
Illinois libraries and library districts should be aware of the employment "at-will" doctrine in their hiring, firing, and employment policy decisions. Because changes in the law require greater scrutiny of employment manuals and policies, recommendations are made for reducing administrative burdens, record keeping, reviewing employment…
Descriptors: Employment Practices, Guidelines, Library Administration, Library Personnel
Moorman, John A. – Illinois Libraries, 1995
Presents a study on Illinois library directors' knowledge of the American Library Association's (ALA) Code of Ethics; 180 questionnaires (out of 252) were returned. Results suggest that a segment of the library profession is aware of the ALA Code of Ethics and is strongly supportive of the statements therein. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Knowledge Level, Librarian Attitudes, Library Administration
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Koulouris, Alexandros; Kapidakis, Sarantos – Journal of Librarianship and Information Science, 2005
The access and reproduction policies of the digital collections of 10 leading university digital libraries worldwide are classified according to factors such as the creation type of the material, acquisition method, copyright ownership etc. The relationship of these factors is analysed, showing how acquisition methods and copyright ownership…
Descriptors: Library Policy, Reprography, Access to Information, Electronic Libraries
Alexander, Barbara B., Comp.; And Others – 1994
This report discusses the government documents policies and procedures of Illinois State University's Milner Library, a federal depository library. The following aspects of the documents collection are outlined: federal depository status; bibliographic control; maintenance; human resources; physical facilities; public service; and cooperative…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Bibliographic Records, Cataloging, Depository Libraries
Isom, Bill V. – 1982
Eighteen state-supported academic libraries, primarily in Illinois but also in other midwestern and western states, were contacted by letter (14) or by telephone (4) in order to obtain information on their circulation policies and procedures. Fifteen libraries responded by sending copies of their policies. Information was also collected by…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Fines (Penalties), Higher Education, Interviews
Uhler, Scott F.; And Others – Illinois Libraries, 1996
Examines liability issues and Internet use--specifically e-mail--that libraries should be aware of. Discusses confidentiality and employer review; how federal laws, statutory limitations, and Illinois State Constitution and statutes affect employer e-mail monitoring; invasion of privacy; and the Freedom of Information Act. Offers procedural and…
Descriptors: Confidentiality, Electronic Mail, Employer Employee Relationship, Employment Practices
Lorenzen, Michael – Illinois Libraries, 1997
A survey of Illinois public libraries found that: security was a problem (58%); material theft was a problem (56%); periodical mutilation was a problem (42%); and a patron or staff member was expelled or arrested in the previous year (26%). Discusses perceptions of security, security incidents, electronic security systems, and security policies.…
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Legal Problems, Library Materials, Library Personnel
Galganski, Carol; Peters, Tom; Bell, Lori – Computers in Libraries, 2002
Describes the integration of personal digital assistants into a medical center library's services in Illinois. Discusses training for users; hardware selection; software selection and content; technical support; the role of libraries, including the creation of policies and procedures; and future challenges. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Futures (of Society), Information Technology
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Martin, Rebecca – Journal of Access Services, 2003
In 1991, the University Libraries of Northern Illinois University implemented a revised policy for renewals of library materials. Various system, staff, and patron-related concerns required the access services department to adapt to immediate demands, then to seek longterm solutions. This case study examines the initial impact of the new policy,…
Descriptors: Library Materials, Research Libraries, Library Services, Library Policy
Olson, Georgine N., Ed.; And Others – Illinois Libraries, 1991
This issue presents 42 articles that provide an overview of current reference services in all types of libraries in Illinois. Highlights include designing reference areas; policies and manuals; the reference interview; reference tools; automated databases; resource sharing; services to youth; services to special populations; and reference…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Childrens Libraries, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education