Key to the dissemination of evidence-based addiction treatments is the exchange of experiences and mutual support among treatment practitioners, as well as the availability of accurate addiction training materials and effective trainers. To address the shortage of such resources, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) created…

The age of networked research and networked data analysis is upon us. "Wired Magazine" proclaims on the cover of their July 2008 issue: "The End of Science. The quest for knowledge used to begin with grand theories. Now it begins with massive amounts of data. Welcome to the Petabyte Age." Computing technology is sufficiently complex at this point…

This article discusses educational information dissemination systems and questions whether dissemination and utilization are communication problems or information seeker's problems. (PD)

The aim of the International Serials Data System is to provide a reliable registry of world serial publications. Its structure and networking functions are described. (Author/JAB)

Searches of OCLC revealed that 65 percent of a Canadian special library's recent acquisitions had already been cataloged. This percentage compares favorably with similar libraries in the U.S., and suggests that technical information centers and special libraries throughout North America could benefit from OCLC participation. (Author)

Outlines ways that corporate information centers try to channel demands on the data processing department, conduct computer training, and integrate the company's databases with individual microcomputers. (SK)

An overview of the system begun in 1972 by UNESCO to develop and maintain an international register of serials, facilitate retrieval of scientific, and technical information in serials, and establish a communications network between libraries, publishers and international organizations. (JAB)

Methods to improve bringing the ERIC knowledge base to the attention of practitioners emphasizing the use of informal communication are suggested. (NH)

BITNET is a growing computer network of increasing importance to colleges and universities, research institutions, and the EDUCOM organization. The current status of BITNET, examples of its use, connections to other networks, probable growth path, and the new Network Information Center at EDUCOM are discussed. (JN)

Presents salient characteristics of the 1,000 or more special libraries in Canada. A properly constituted national referral centre and reports clearinghouse are lacking, and a strong national association, if developed, might be an instrument for fostering greater integration into the national information network. A selection of directories listing…

This booklet defines the ERIC system and gives directions on the use of "Research in Education." It also tells about the Eric Document Reproduction Service (EDRS), its use, and its products. In addition, it tells what types of materials ERIC Clearinghouses process. A list of the 19 Clearinghouses, with a description of their specific interests and…