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Jody C Fagan

2002

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Instant Messaging Reference: Users' Evaluation Of Library Chat, Margie Ruppel, Jody Fagan Jul 2002

Instant Messaging Reference: Users' Evaluation Of Library Chat, Margie Ruppel, Jody Fagan

Jody C Fagan

This article analyzes survey results of university students who used Morris Messenger, the instant messaging (IM) reference service at Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Morris Library. It focuses on the complete results of two surveys, including a comparison of IM reference and traditional reference desk experiences. An overview of the IM reference system and usage data are also discussed. Survey respondents indicated overall enthusiasm for the IM reference service and provided useful suggestions for improvements, which are also listed.


Use Of An Academic Library Web Site Search Engine, Jody C. Fagan Dec 2001

Use Of An Academic Library Web Site Search Engine, Jody C. Fagan

Jody C Fagan

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