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| Marshall, Doris B. | 1 |
| McCaghy, M. Dawn | 1 |
| Reese, Jean | 1 |
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| Steffey, Ramona | 1 |
| Wagers, Robert | 1 |
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Marshall, Doris B. – Online, 1980
Argues that online searching in terms of both recall and precision improves when search results are checked, and identifies many problems that a searcher should look out for. Numerous examples of printouts illustrate these problems. (JD)
Descriptors: Databases, Improvement, Online Systems, Problems
Steffenson, Martin B.; King, Kathryn L. – Online, 1981
Explains the benefits of storing online search strategies on cassette tape for use with communications terminals that have tape units attached. An appendix describes the process of recording and running a search on a Texas Instruments Silent 700 Series, Model 733 ASA Data Terminal. (FM)
Descriptors: Information Retrieval, Magnetic Tape Cassettes, Online Systems, Search Strategies
Wagers, Robert – Online, 1989
Describes a simple six-step searching model designed to deliver good results without introducing complexities likely to confuse the naive user. The findings of tests that compared the results of the easy search model with expert searches are presented, and conclusions about end user training are discussed. (nine references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Models, Online Searching, Relevance (Information Retrieval), Search Strategies
Caruso, Elaine – Online, 1981
Outlines the characteristics of TRAINER, a computer-based system designed to aid individuals in learning and practicing the search skills needed in using online bibliographic retrieval services. (FM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Information Retrieval, Learning Modules
Reese, Jean; Steffey, Ramona – Online, 1987
Discusses the use of optical disk technology in online searching and compares three versions of the ERIC database currently available on optical disk in terms of hardware requirements, ease of installation, scope and cost of the system, search procedures, displaying and printing results, and documentation and user support. (CLB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation Criteria
Dommer, Jan M.; McCaghy, M. Dawn – Online, 1982
Discusses interviewing techniques in two steps: determining user's knowledge of and expectations for computerized literature searching, including beginning the interview and dealing with misconceptions, and the search strategy. The figure provided illustrates four stages of a thesis proposal and the related literature search purposes as aids in…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Doctoral Dissertations, Graduate Students, Higher Education
Bell, Steven J. – Online, 1990
Provides suggestions for using live demonstrations of online searching to promote dynamic interaction in online instruction. Equipment for live demonstrations is described, including a microcomputer, modem, communications software, and computer projection system; search demonstration techniques are discussed; audience dynamics are considered; and…
Descriptors: Audience Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness
