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Should You Get Wired?
Miller, Jerry P. – Library Journal, 1994
Describes results of a survey of librarians conducted using the Internet, regarding their attitudes toward electronic mail and networking. Topics addressed include software; the effect on job descriptions; privacy issues; use in academic libraries; navigation problems; discussion groups; and perceived value. A sidebar discusses network etiquette.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Electronic Mail, Higher Education
Warning: Propaganda!
Nesta, Fred; Blanke, Henry – Library Journal, 1991
Presents a series of memos exchanged between the director and the reference librarian of an academic library, which argue whether a South African government publication should be labeled as propaganda. The two librarians debate whether labeling is a form of censorship or a necessary explanation of the nature of the material. (MAB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Censorship, Conflict of Interest, Ethics
Book Report, Part 2: What Academic Libraries Buy and How Much They Spend.
Hoffert, Barbara – Library Journal, 1998
Reports on the book-buying trends and predilections of libraries at two-year colleges, four-year colleges, universities, and large research institutions. Four tables and figures show findings for purchasing power of academic libraries; areas academic librarians believe need more titles; most-bought book categories; and sources used to make…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Books, Budgeting, Decision Making
Unequal Opportunities: Race Does Matter.
St. Lifer, Evan; Nelson, Corinne – Library Journal, 1997
Interviews with library professionals, plus a telephone survey of 400 librarians (100 each White, Black, Latino, and Asian), revealed fewer occupational opportunities for minorities. Discussion includes diversifying collections; discordant views of racism among Whites and minorities; percentages of minority library school graduates; initiative…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Employment Opportunities, Information Science Education, Interviews
Pricing Options.
Tenopir, Carol – Library Journal, 1998
Presents results of a recent survey of over 100 public and academic libraries about pricing options from online companies. Most options fall into three categories: pay-as-you-go, fixed-rate, and user-based. Results are discussed separately for public and academic libraries and for consortial discounts. Trends in pricing options preferred by…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Budgeting, Costs, Databases
Career Survey, Pt. 2: Job Satisfaction; Are You Happy in Your Job? LJ's Exclusive Report.
St. Lifer, Evan – Library Journal, 1994
Reports the results of a survey of librarian job satisfaction that covered librarians' perceptions of their jobs, compensation and benefits, advancement opportunities, and technological challenges. Statistics on average salaries, benefits, salaries by gender, advancement opportunities, and staff cuts are presented by library type. Gender…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Dismissal (Personnel), Fringe Benefits, Information Technology