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1. Evaluating Currency of the Medical Sciences Collection Available on Public Library Shelves.

Author

Everhart, Peggy S.

Abstract

Because advances in medical science can lead to rapid changes in current health knowledge, a library collection of medical science materials can become dated rather quickly. This factor, as well as the many variables of library use and operation which impact the availability of current materials on the library shelves--loan periods, weeding habits, book display, and others--make assessment of the available collection an important task. To test a model that would provide information about the currency of the medical science collection available on the browsing shelves of a small to medium-sized public library, books in six subject classes within the medical science collection of the Parma-Snow Library, a branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library (Ohio), were examined for date of publication over a period of 4 weeks. Approximately 43% of the titles examined in this period were found to be greater than 5 years old. Additionally, only 2% of the sample was published within the past year. This type of finding, determined by using very simple techniques requiring a minimum of staff time and resources, provides a collection manager with valuable information about the status of the browsing collection and signals areas of the collection which need attention to assure that current information is available to the browsing patron. (A copy of the data analysis worksheet and a 23-item bibliography are included as well as 21 end notes.) (Author/MAB)

Published
1991

2. Status of Technology and Digitization in the Nation's Museums and Libraries

Author

Institute of Museum and Library Services, Washington, DC.

Abstract

This report investigates current trends in libraries and museums regarding the use of digitization and other technologies. In 2001, the Institute of Museum and Library Services conducted the first-ever study of the status of new technology adoption and digitization in the nation's museums and libraries. The baseline study identified pockets of digitization activity and planning that were making library and museum collections widely available. While gaps existed between large and small institutions, basic technologies had found their way into a majority of libraries and museums. This second study seeks to dig deeper and find out more about how and why our cultural institutions use technology and digitize their collections. It explores barriers as well as capacity and planning issues. The 2004 survey was conducted among five groups: museums, public libraries, academic libraries, archives, and state library administrative agencies. This survey report tells us statistically about the kinds of technology in use, the extent of digitization activities, and the adoption, maintenance, funding of, and staffing for technology and digitization activities at museums and libraries. Among the key findings: (1) Small museums and public libraries have made dramatic progress, although they still lag behind their larger counterparts; (2) Libraries and museums are putting services and activities online to manage their institutions and provide enhanced public service; (3) Insufficient funding and staff time are barriers to implementing technology; (4) Assessment of user and visitor needs is strongest among academic libraries and state library administrative agencies and weak among other groups; (5) Digitization activities have increased for all groups, with state library administrative agencies and archives leading the way; (6) While more institutions have digitization policies in place than was the case in 2001, many institutions that are digitizing do not have digitization policies; (7) With a substantial number of materials left to digitize, institutions are held back by lack of funding, lack of staff time, and other pressing priorities; (8) While collaborative digitization efforts are underway, they are not yet widespread; and (9) Only a small portion of museums and libraries assess user and visitor needs for digitized collections and services. Survey instruments are appended. (Contains 160 figures.)

Published
2006

3. Information Services in Triangle Area Charter Schools.

Author

Salpini, Susan

Abstract

Charter schools are defined by North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (DPI) as "a public school operated by a group of parents, teachers, and/or community members as a semi-autonomous school of choice within a school district, operating under a 'charter' with the State Board of Education." Since most charter schools do not have the space, funds, or experienced staff to start a library, the logical choice for charter schools to make is to form a partnership with the public library. This study was conducted with charter schools in four counties, in which surveys were sent to four public libraries (50% return) and 10 charter schools (70% return). Five schools reported offering an information skills curriculum and six reported that they possess a collection of books apart from what students use in the classroom. Six schools reported that their students use a public library; two schools have a formal agreement with the library. Four schools reported that their students use the public library during school hours. Only two schools reported that the library had developed programming for them. Schools had varying reasons for difficulties in using academic library resources. Both public libraries reported that a charter school had contacted them about library services available to students; collection development plans were not affected by the schools. Several possible solutions for charter school/library relationships are suggested. (AEF)

Published
1998

4. Libraries and Library Services. Field Hearing before the Committee on House Administration and Joint Committee on the Library. House of Representatives, One Hundred Second Congress, Second Session (Lumberton, North Carolina, September 21, 1992).

Author

Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on House Administration. and Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. Joint Committee on the Library.

Abstract

To learn first hand how the libraries of North Carolina, especially public libraries, function in spite of budget cuts, a hearing was held in Lumberton (North Carolina) to hear the testimony of interested parties from the state and national levels and specifically from the congressional district of southeastern North Carolina. While library budgets are being drastically cut, costs continue to rise, as the witnesses attest. At this hearing, the Library of Congress introduced "American Memory," a project that will use compact discs and laser video disks to make important collections from the Library of Congress available to researchers, teachers, students, and the public at local libraries and schools. American Memory, which will eventually exist as an online resource, is the library of the future. A demonstration of the technology and search strategies of American Memory was presented. Twenty-three other witnesses addressed the hearing, including representatives of the American Library Association; representatives of state, academic, public, and depository libraries; and patrons and users of the local county library. Additional submissions for the record include letters. (SLD)

Published
1992

5. Butte Digital Image Project: Shifting Focus from Collection to Community

Author

Pierson, Patricia

Abstract

The Butte Free Public Library was established in 1894. At that time, head librarian J. Davies published a catalog of the opening collection. Two fires and one flood later, many of the monographs from that original collection list have, remarkably, survived. Because of this, in part, the library, now known as the Butte-Silver Bow Public Library (BSBPL), launched the Butte Digital Image Project (BDIP) in July 2009. This is an initiative to create digital surrogates of monographs and pamphlets in the library collection dating from the end of the 19th/beginning of the 20th century. Even though the collection--focused on Butte, mining, labor, Montana, and Western history--no longer circulates, BSBPL wanted to both preserve and provide access to these items. When the BDIP was launched, the expectation was that the library would digitize and make available physical items from the library collection. This article discusses how the project shifts its focus from collection to community. By staying open to possibilities during the digitization process, BDIP was able to shift its goals to meet community interests, developing a digitization project that directly reflects the goals and interests of the Butte community.

Published
2010

6. Books By Mail: Moving the Library to Disadvantaged Adults.

Author

Morehead State Univ., KY. Appalachian Adult Education Center., Reed, Mary Jane, and Schmidt, Susan K.

Abstract

One of a series on library services to disadvantaged adults, this guide suggests several ways a library can provide books by mail services. Mail order delivery is a way of making the library's collection available to many who are unable or unwilling to visit the library building. The system can be handled by clerks or volunteers. Planning should include the library staff, the clientele to be served, the post office, and a catalog or some substitute method of contacting clients. The employment of many methods of publicity is necessary to research the client population. Program costs can range from $0.45 to $3.60 per book circulated. Four libraries with books by mail programs and 7 suggested background readings are listed. (PF)

Published
1974

7. Reference Service to Meet Community Needs; A Survey of the Reference Resources and Services of the Metropolitan Cooperative Library System.

Author

Metropolitan Cooperative Library System, Pasadena, CA. and Preston, Katharine Harris

Abstract

The Metropolitan Cooperative Library System in California is a group of 17 autonomous community libraries which have joined together to provide better services to their patrons. This survey of the reference resources and services of the system was conducted by personal interviews at each of the member libraries. The focus is upon reader oriented services, i.e., good reference and reading collections; staffs available to help library users; and, reciprocal borrowing privileges. Based on the information gathered through the interviews, recommendations are made for long and short range goals for future planning, with the purpose of increasing service to the public. (SG)

Published
1970

8. Basic Issues in the Governmental Financing of Public Library Services. Commissioned Paper Project, Teachers College, No. 1.

Author

Columbia Univ., New York, NY. Teachers College., Lane, Rodney P., Lane, Rodney P., and Columbia Univ., New York, NY. Teachers College.

Abstract

The present public library financing system is described and assessed, and the key issues for consideration in either reaffirming its continued use or in the development of new approaches are delineated. Special emphasis is given to illuminating those issues and factors affecting metropolitan areas--both core city and suburban fringes. The perspective includes Federal, state, and local legal bases, policies, and mechanisms used in financing public libraries' capital and operational needs. The issues provide information essential to the development of alternative role and funding options for consideration at the Federal level. The inquiry also suggests the need for the possible directions of additional research required to resolve the issues developed. The examination is based on secondary source data and available research materials and did not involve any new assessment of library service needs of the collection of new data on funding levels among local communities. A 27-item bibliography is appended. (Author/PF)

Published
1973

9. Automobile Service Information in the Public Library.

Author

Pankl, Robert R.

Abstract

Advocates providing automobile repair and service information in public libraries, and discusses collection development issues, reference services, and problems in making repair manuals available. Describes the collection and services for patrons in Tacoma Public Library and results of a survey of other public libraries holding automobile repair manual collections. The questionnaire is appended. (25 references) (EA)

Published
1992

10. H. W. Wilson 'Nonbook Materials Core Collection'

Author

Harper, Meghan

Abstract

The "Nonbook Materials Core Collection" is one of H. W. Wilson's new subscription-based electronic core collection development databases. It is a new addition to the five-volume core collection series formerly known as the "Standard Catalog Series." Other titles in this series have long been staples of collection development resources for both school and public librarians. These collection development resources, formerly available in print and now available online, provide librarians with quality core lists of recommended library materials. The "Nonbook Materials Core Collection" includes annotated descriptions that address both quality and content of the resources. There are also review excerpts and award information for over 3,000 nonbook items. All of the electronic and digital resources, audiobooks, video recordings, sound recordings, games, or simulations are geared for students in grades preK-12, and for inclusion in school and public library collections. Professional curricular support materials are also reviewed and included in the database. (Contains 5 figures.)

Published
2009

11. The ALIN Manual. The Alabama Public Library Service Interlibrary Loan Manual. Second Edition.

Author

Alabama Public Library Service, Montgomery.

Abstract

The purpose of this manual is to assist libraries throughout Alabama in requesting materials and information through the Alabama Library Information Network (ALIN). Designed as part of an ongoing effort that will be updated, the guide contains profiles of the interlibrary loan policies from academic, public, special, and junior college libraries who are contributors to the Alabama Interlibrary Catalog (ALICAT), a computer-output-microfiche union catalog, and/or the Alabama Union List of Serials (AULS), which is published in microfiche and in print. The first three parts of the manual cover: (1) the structure, tools, and services of ALIN; (2) procedures for using ALIN; and (3) the network components of the system, i.e., the Alabama Public Library Service and Reference and Interlibrary Loan (RILL) Service Centers. The fourth part presents holding symbols for ALICAT contributors, holding codes of AULS contributors cross-referenced to ALICAT codes, OCLC symbols cross-referenced to ALICAT codes, and the interlibrary loan policies of the 94 contributor libraries. Appended matter includes a 13-item glossary; the 1988 revised "Interlibrary Loan Code for the State of Alabama"; the "National Interlibrary Loan Code, 1980"; a list of microform collections available from the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS); guidelines for telefacsimile use within Alabama; and rules and regulations for APLS net-lending programs. (SD)

Published
1990

13. The Latest Word.

Subjects
ELECTRONIC books, AUDIOBOOKS, PUBLIC libraries, DIGITAL libraries
Published
2017

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