The research reported here deals with the formulation and subsequent evaluation of different promotional programs for a batch-processed current awareness service provided by the Mechanized Information Center (MIC) at Ohio State University. (7 references) (Author)

Discusses library furniture which resembles hot dogs and mustard pots. (PG)

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

In most profit-making organizations, if a lack of funds forces a choice between a library and an information center, it would be the library which would go. (Author/MF)

Clientele relations is defined as the interpretation of the functions of the center in Alcan Jamaica Ltd. and how it relates to and affects its actual and potential users within the complex. (Author)

Defines the scope and function of the ERIC Clearinghouse on the Retrieval of Information and Evaluation on Reading (ERIC/CRIER). Reports on the acquisitions criteria, classification Scheme, dissemination efforts, and future directions of the Clearinghouse. (DE)

Presents profiles of four interest groups whose members are engaged in some aspect of secondary information activity: the International Council of Scientific Unions Abstracting Board, the National Federation of Abstracting and Indexing Services, the Information Industry Association, and the Association of Information and Dissemination Centers.…

Examines depository library legislation in Peru, the current state of publications availability, and plans for a national system. Declines in book publishing, proliferation of pirated publications, and lack of a national center for distribution of publications are discussed. (RAA)

The creation of an International Center for Government Information is proposed, including the overall plan for such a program. Ways of organizing a hypothetical planning conference for ascertaining attitudes toward the projected center are detailed. (FM)

Discusses reasons why empowerment is a salient issue for the information profession and explores the sources of power. Strategies are suggested for increasing position power, knowledge power, and personal power, thereby enhancing the overall power profile of the individual and the profession. Barriers to and benefits of empowerment are also…

Discusses the importance for information managers of demonstrating the value of information services to the organization and identifies appropriate techniques for performance evaluation and product-oriented cost-benefit analysis. Ten questions developed to provide an agenda for demonstrating information service value are listed. (MES)

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to describe the use of ICT to disseminate preventive health care information to combat the AIDS epidemic in India. The role of information professionals in various libraries and information centres and the challenges they are facing to increase HIV/AIDS awareness are discussed. Finally, recommendations are…